Fostering Relationships Through Change

“Just when I think I have learned the way to live, life changes.”

– Hugh Prather

Relationships evolve throughout our lifetime in as many ways as there are people. Some of these changes can be great. But, like most things, it will more likely resemble a rollercoaster ride with ups, downs, and giant loops.

Even our relationships with ourselves are seldom linear. Periods of joy and contentment may be followed by phases of insecurity, and sometimes the way we talk to ourselves doesn’t help foster what would resemble a comforting relationship we would extend to someone else.

So, on this Valentines Day, how do we foster the relationships that are important to us? And how do we help our relationship with ourselves?

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Fortifying Relationships

By Stacie Prada

Some bonds can withstand extreme stress and grumpy behavior. Others falter with the slightest misstep or misunderstanding.

Sometimes I wonder where I stand with people I haven’t seen in a while. After getting divorced, I worried I was portrayed in a way that led people to judge me in a way I thought was unfair and inaccurate. When encountering people I haven’t seen in a while, I’m not always sure if their opinion of me has changed.  I cherish those who light up when they see me. My fears and insecurities vanish immediately, my entire body relaxes, and I delight in the reunion.

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Numbness and Tingling With MS

One common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS) is feelings of numbness and tingling. Most often, this symptom affects the hands or feet. It makes everyday tasks more difficult. Holding a toothbrush or standing to cook is challenging when hands and feet go numb.

MultipleSclerosis.net recently shared an article on this topic. Many community members shared their experiences with these symptoms.

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Eileen Figueroa – February 2025 Artist of the Month

MSAA features the work of many talented artists affected by multiple sclerosis as part of our annual MSAA Art Showcase. Each month we share these artists’ inspiring stories and beautiful artwork with you as our Artist of the Month. This month, we celebrate Eileen Figueroa as February’s Artist of the Month. Eileen is from Houston, TX.

“New Beginnings”

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Five Simple Habits for a Fresh Start in the New Year

A new year brings a sense of possibility – a chance to hit reset and realign with your goals and priorities. But making meaningful changes doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Small, consistent habits can make a big difference over time. Here are five simple yet effective ways to star your year on the right note:

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Simplifique su entorno: Una forma productiva de empezar el año nuevo

Ahora que empieza un nuevo año, es el momento perfecto para ordenar y simplificar nuestro entorno y establecer un tono positivo para los próximos meses. Ya sea que intente ser más productivo, reducir el estrés, o simplemente crear un entorno más tranquilo y organizado en el 2025, empezando el año nuevo con orden es beneficioso. Un entorno funcional y accesible es especialmente importante para afrontar las dificultades diarias y mantener la independencia.

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Simplify Your Environment: A Productive Way to Kickstart the New Year

As we begin a new year, it’s the perfect time to declutter and simplify our surroundings to set a positive tone for the months ahead. Whether you’re aiming to be more productive, reduce stress, or simply create a more peaceful and organized environment in 2025, starting fresh can be a game-changer. A functional, accessible environment is especially important for managing daily challenges and maintaining independence.

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A New Chapter

The wheel has spun again. Lying ahead are 365 days filled with possibilities to make life better for us as well as for those around us. These are a few things I plan on doing differently to be more effective and productive this year:

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Homemade Valentine’s Day Marshmallows

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, these sweet treats will be sure to spread a little love. Great to share with friends, family or even just for you to enjoy. Add them to hot chocolate, coffee, or you can eat them simply on their own.

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Setting Realistic New Year’s Resolutions

This time of year is often conveyed as a fresh start – the perfect time to change habits and set new goals to better oneself. Although the new year does bring the opportunity to begin a new chapter, it also tends to create a false sense of what is attainable versus what is realistic. Whether you partake in setting resolutions or not, it can be beneficial to reflect upon one’s habits and think about how they align with the person you want to be in general – not just this year.  As I sat down and took some time at the beginning of this year to reflect on the things I want to personally accomplish, I kept a few guidelines in mind:

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