NARCOLEPSY: NOT ALONE Runs Great Ocean Road Marathon in Australia

Just 9 days until my marathon and I’m super inspired by Louise, Jacob and their crew of 20 people who sported NARCOLEPSY: NOT ALONE for the Great Ocean Road Marathon in Australia last weekend. 12 runners wore the shirts (including 3 young doctors who have promised to spread the word amongst their peers!), and 8…

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DALLAS, will you SLEEP WALK with me?

I’m sooo excited to announce that I’ll be visiting Texas for SLEEP WALK DALLAS FORT WORTH on June 13, 2015. I can’t wait to raise sleep awareness with my DFW friends, plus I hear there’s face painting, prizes and a bounce house, so join us! IMPORTANT: Purchase t-shirt by Sunday, May 24th REGISTRATION: $5 in advance or at…

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Narcolepsy Podcasts on SleepHub

During my recent visit to Australia, I got to meet Dr. David Cunnington, a sleep doctor in Melbourne. Last fall, I’d “met” Dr. Cunnington virtually when we were both interviewed on the Daily Edition TV program on narcolepsy. He’s one of those unique sleep doctors who is both knowledgeable about narcolepsy and truly CARES about his…

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Visiting Australia for the Narcolepsy Support Australia Conference

“What could I say that they don’t already know?” This question haunted me in the months, weeks and days leading up to Narcolepsy Support Australia Conference. Over a year ago, when NSG Australia’s leader-extraordinaire, Melissa asked me to be a keynote speaker at their inaugural patient conference, I said “Yes!!!” right away. No question, I wouldn’t miss…

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Why I am Running a Marathon

Recently, I was featured as a Boston College “Soaring Eagle“   – for writing my memoir and founding Project Sleep. This was a huge honor, but also very ironic. While at BC Law, I felt like a total failure. Diagnosed with narcolepsy at the beginning of my second year, I scolded myself for falling behind and never securing…

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Running a Marathon for Narcolepsy Scholarship

It’s official! I’m training to run the San Diego Rock n’ Roll Marathon on May 31, 2015 to support the Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship. Please consider supporting in one of two ways: Purchase a NARCOLEPSY: NOT ALONE t-shirt or sweatshirt here. Deadline: Feb. 15. Delivered in time to wear for National Narcolepsy Day/Suddenly Sleepy Saturday March 7,…

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Meet Collin and Conner – An Amazing Friendship

Meet Collin and Conner, two friends in the 5th grade in Columbus, Mississippi. I’ve always loved thier NARCOLEPSY: NOT ALONE photo, but recently learned about the friendship behind the smiles. Collin was diagnosed with narcolepsy with cataplexy at age 8. Despite the challenges he faces, Collin has stayed active as a student and athlete. He…

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5th Grader Raises Narcolepsy Awareness at School

This past year has been very tough for Daishia, age 11, who was recently diagnosed with narcolepsy with cataplexy. In addition to narcolepsy, she is also dealing with a seizure disorder, migraines and obstructive and central sleep apnea. “I wish I could take all her pain and struggles away and make things easier for her,” describes her…

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Why I Love the Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship

I’m thrilled to share that Project Sleep unveiled the Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship 2015 to support students with narcolepsy while also fostering awareness of this often misunderstood disorder in high school and collegiate settings. This spring, three high school seniors will be awarded $1,000 toward their college education. Please read FULL application for details. Last year,…

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Speaking in Spoons – The Spoon Theory and Narcolepsy

My boyfriend and I speak in spoons. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, read The Spoon Theory by Christine Miserandino now. Seriously, stop everything and visit: http://www.butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/. Alex has been really supportive of my narcolepsy from day one. We quickly fell into great routines for managing my excessive sleepiness and cataplexy. Yet, my narcolepsy is so much more than…

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