Tag: Fear
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Fear and Worry
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsWhat is it that you fear the most? For me, it’s the unknown. If I don’t know what’s coming, I don’t know how to plan for it. I suspect that’s the way it is for many people with Myasthenia Gravis or any other chronic condition. Most of the time, what we fear never materializes or…
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Facing Fears with Myasthenia Gravis
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsI was recently asked the question by one of my readers: “How do you face the fears that come with having Myasthenia Gravis?” Living with Myasthenia Gravis (MG) can feel like a daily battle against uncertainty. The physical challenges like muscle weakness, fatigue, and unpredictable symptoms often bring fear and doubt. Will I be able…
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Love or Fear
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsA theory exists that there are really only two core emotions – love and fear. According to the theory, all other human emotions stem from one of these two roots. In the theory, love is identified as the root of all positive emotions. These include joy, compassion, peace, gratitude, trust, and basically anything that is…
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MG and Alligators
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsI spotted an alligator yesterday in the pond across the street from our house. I’m estimating he was about 6 feet in length. At this length, he’s probably not going to cause any problems, although I would hope people keep their small pets away from the waterline. Once they get 8-10 feet in length, animal…