Episodes

Mindful Moments: Week 19 – Episode 63 – Transcript I was created for this. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 18 – Episode 62 – Transcript I release my grip. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 17 – Episode 61 – Transcript I am in good company. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Marijuana and MS – Episode 60 – Transcript From legality, to benefits, to buying, we’re discussing everything you need to know about cannabis. This “420” special features Dr. Michelle Cameron, who is both a physical therapist and neurologist. Dr. Cameron focuses her expertise on treating people with MS, and she has done research in many areas including the use of cannabis and cannabinoids in people with MS.

Mindful Moments: Week 16 – Episode 59 – Transcript Today is/was a good day. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 15 – Episode 58 – Transcript I know how to breathe. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 14 – Episode 57 – Transcript What is next for me? Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 13 – Episode 56 – Transcript I remember all the people who loved me. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 12 – Episode 55 – Transcript What can I give up today? Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Energy and Endurance: How Every Step Beats MS – Episode 54 – Transcript In this episode of the Can Do MS Podcast, host and physical therapist Samantha Balistreri speaks with endurance athlete Gene Caffrey and occupational therapist Stephanie Nolan. Hear from Gene on what inspired him when he was first diagnosed with MS and what motivates him now to keep moving. Stephanie will share how you can take back control with some energy management techniques and Gene will talk about the tools that have ...

Mindful Moments: Week 11 – Episode 53 – Transcript Hope does not disappoint.. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 10 – Episode 52 – Transcript I make room for good thoughts to root and grow in my heart and mind. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 9 – Episode 51 – Transcript I need rest to thrive. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 8 – Episode 50 – Transcript Ho’oponopono – I am sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Race, Representation, and Redefining What Sick Looks Like – Episode 49 – Transcript Victoria Reese is Co-Founder and CEO of We Are Ill, a nonprofit organization for Black women with MS that provides support, sisterhood, and a space to learn from one another (something she couldn’t find upon her own MS diagnosis). Today, Victoria fosters this community and helps others become a “professional patient.” By being as knowledgeable as possible about your illness, you can be an active decision-maker i...

Mindful Moments: Week 7 – Episode 48 – Transcript Worry does not serve me. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 6 – Episode 47 – Transcript I am not missing out when I put my phone down. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 5 – Episode 46 – Transcript My voice is heard and my words are worthwhile. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 4 – Episode 45 – Transcript I can rely on my memory. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 3 – Episode 44 – Transcript My work becomes easier when I smile. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 2 – Episode 43 – Transcript Mantras are powerful tools to focus your mind and enrich your spirit. They allow you to learn and embody truths about yourself. Join Megan Weigel, nurse practitioner and MS certified-nurse for Mindful Moments, a new series brought to you by the Can Do MS Podcast. Every Monday starting in 2022, Megan will introduce you to a mantra to start the week off right, allowing you to free your mind – even just for a moment – from the confining feelings of ...

Mindful Moments: Week 1 – Episode 42 – Transcript Welcome to the brand new Can Do MS Podcast Series – Mindful Moments! Mantras are powerful tools to focus your mind and enrich your spirit. They allow you to learn and embody truths about yourself. Join Megan Weigel, nurse practitioner and MS certified-nurse for Mindful Moments, a new series brought to you by the Can Do MS Podcast. Every Monday starting in 2022, Megan will introduce you to a mantra to start the week off right, allowing you to fre...

Caring and Curating – A Support Partner’s Journey – Episode 41 – Transcript No one has it all figured out—and that’s OK! In today’s podcast, hear one support partner’s journey as she has navigated life in “the sandwich generation,” caring for her husband with MS, daughter, and parents. It’s not without its challenges, but curating her family’s life with MS has allowed Cindy to focus on what’s always been there: loyalty, love, and friendship.

Talking Self-Care With Jon Strum – Episode 40 – Transcript Being a care partner has been a central role in Jon Strum’s life. His experiences led him to become an MS advocate and start the RealTalk MS podcast. Today, we’ll hear from Jon about the drastic effects of MS, not just in his wife’s life, but his own. Reflecting on the importance of self-care, he shares his advice and encouragement for other support partners.