Outlook

Do you see a glass half full? Half empty? Or simply holding four ounces?

For the most part, MG won’t change your unique view of the world. Still, when you see life through the prism of illness, that view can be altered by your attitude. When facing illness, can you be positive? Can you feel hope, gratitude and humor? Sometimes we have to intentionally choose and practice a positive attitude.

A positive attitude helps you get through each day, manage your worries, and maintain relationships. With or without MG symptoms, it allows you to feel better mentally.

You can improve your positive thinking, even if it doesn’t come naturally. Try these steps:

• Practice. Can you think of something you appreciate right now?
• Put it in your daily schedule. Express something positive when you brush your teeth, at mealtime, or before you sleep.
• Hang out with optimistic people. If a group conversation turns petty or whiny, maybe it’s time to excuse yourself.
• Research. Try the library or a book store for books that discuss how to live with illness. To get started, read Hoping, Coping & Moping, Handling Life When Illness Makes It Tough by Ronna Jevne, Ph.D.

Purposefully insert positive thoughts and affirmations into your day.

Unless otherwise stated, the information provided here is of a general nature, composed by non-medical personnel. It is meant to be accurate and helpful advice for MG patients. It is not intended to be medical opinion, nor is it a substitute for personal professional medical care.