lymphatic massage. I had just come from a long period of time where I couldn’t even be touched without experiencing debilitat- ing pain and she wanted me to start seeing someone about lymphatic massage??


Since going into remission five and a


half years ago, I have been seeing several local providers who have taught me so much about the many systems that our bod- ies have, how stress and disease takes a toll on our bodies, how all the different modali- ties that they offer helps aide my body to keep functioning the way that it should to keep my immune system running properly, which in turn, keeps me healthier.


So, after my fire, I needed the help of


different providers who not only taught me how to live healthier but how to grow stronger and stay healthier. I refer to these kinds of providers as “the secondary sup- port system” and I can not stress enough what a difference they can make in your life. Whether you reach out for chiropractic manipulation, lymphatic or craniosacral massage, reiki or reflexology, don’t starve your emotional and spiritual needs. There is no shame in talking to someone about what you’re going through, be it a support group or one on one with a counselor.


They say it takes a village and there


is much truth to that. Don’t expect your primary care provider to have all the answers. They are trained to put out the fire. After the fire, gather your resources and begin rebuilding. It’s different for everyone so be open to what you need and where to find it. Embrace your new normal and start your new journey today!


Paula is the President of the MLDSE, the 2018 Co-Chair of the Access to Care Services and Patient Support subcom- mittee of the Federal HHS Tick- borne Disease Working Group,


the Maine-partner of the national Lyme Disease Association, member of Maine’s CDC Vector-borne Workgroup and active in Maine’s Lyme legislation. You can reach her at paula@mldse.org or visit www.mldse.org. See ads on page 8 and 12.


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