I wanted to share with people that will really “get it.” I had my annual neurologist appointment where they look for decline. I never look forward to these but I do need the support for paperwork with government etc. so I go. This is the first time I felt more in control. The appointment was popping into my thoughts as the fall began with resulting activation but I had my strategies now.

I began 21 Day last Nov after the appointment. I then did SBSM in Spring 2023. I was aware of physical bracing the day before and woke up with my heart racing on the morning of the appointment. Activation was throughout me. However, I focused on my physical supports (back, seat, feet) and breathing. Once sitting in the office, I used containment strategies too. I knew I was in better control than in the past. I used to always have plugged ears and often shaking in these appointments. Not this time. I actually felt calm and was more authentic. I felt in control of my body. I raised how I felt last year when he re-did some tests multiple times. His reply, “I hear you. Thank you for sharing.”

I’m so grateful to Irene Lyon for helping me become more authentic and listen to my Nervous System’s needs!