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Hi. Currently, there is no test for CFS. The only way that it is usually diagnosed is by taking blood tests and ruling out anything else. I have heard that Epstein Barr may be a factor in developing CFS - but it's very difficult to know whether this is for all cases, or just a few. The trouble with CFS is that it is a syndrome - i.e. a collection of symptoms that have common elements, which is why it's so difficult to pin down to one cause. My theory is that people with CFS can all have a different collection of causes and triggers leading to similar symptoms. But whatever the cause, the strategies for recovery can help everyone.

Thanks for your comment. Yes, everyone has different ways of learning, so it's a good idea to find the style that works for you. I think Curable does have a lot more in the paid version - including recorded interviews and case studies etc.

Hi - it's a great book, and I hope it works for you. I believe there is an online community run by the author, and I am sure you will find some success stories there. I would also suggest reading it in conjunction with something like the Curable app - which is more focused on chronic pain. Since Curable, and reading this book, I've noticed very few Fibro symptoms myself.

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Thank you so much for sharing this - I love little light bulb moments like that! I'm sure it will be useful to other subscribers and viewers too!

I think you can do both. In fact, some of the exercises in the Curable app would be very useful as extra practices for awareness and regulation techniques she suggests in the book. I've actually been coming back more to the Curable app while reading the book, so yes I believe they work together quite well.

Thank you! Sorry to hear of your difficulties - but glad to hear my videos are uplifting! Pampering yourself when you feel low and fatigued is always a good idea - and it certainly always makes me feel better. Make sure that rest is always a part of your day too 🙂

Exactly!

Thank you - that's good to hear!

No - amazingly enough, this is all based on scientific research, and people find it very useful.

Hi - good question! The honest answer is that I still have occasional periods of fatigue, but mostly I'm able to function fully. But it's not been an easy year, with the death of my mother, and other things to deal with - and these events do have an effect, and recovery is never a straight line! I'm currently working on nervous system dysregulation, and so I'm hoping that this is the last piece in the jigsaw. I'll be reporting back on how this is going, along with various useful strategies along the way.

Thank you for your comment. However, I must address this. Firstly, the people who carry out such therapy do this for a living - just like any other kind of physical or emotional therapy. Of course it's not free! Secondly, this is a misinterpretation of what is going on here. We are not 'thinking it away' - if this was the case, recovering from CFS would be easy. It's not - and neither I nor anyone else is suggesting this. However, like many other diseases and conditions, there are emotional and mindset issues that can be addressed over time to help build confidence and overcome the fear and anxiety that can keep CFS in control. But it takes time and effort. It's not something that anyone is suggesting can be done overnight by a few positive thoughts. Please see my other videos on Dysregulated Nervous Systems, the Curable app and somatic tracking - all of these are scientifically backed.

Gardening is one of those things that is so easy to overdo - it's always a good idea to set a timer, and keep to several short sessions rather than one long one. One important thing to remember as a people pleaser is that if you don't look after yourself first, you will then be unable to look after anyone else. Just remembering this one thing can be a catalyst for change - but there are plenty of books on the subject too! Thanks for subscribing 🙂

How very perceptive of you! Yes, I am a writer - if you want to know more, my writing website is rosamundebott.com. I hope the book helps - I'm finding it very interesting so far.

@@naturalhealingcfs Excellent! Will check it out :) I have a ton of writer friends and have always aspired to it myself also. :) I am enjoying the book so far.

Thank you - she's a lovely companion!

Hi - thank you so much for your comments! To answer your questions: 1. I don't use it every day now, but I do still find it useful on days when I'm feeling a bit below par. I recently decided to renew my subscription - and luckily, they do have a monthly payment scheme now. But they do warn you in advance that the renewal is coming up, so you do have the choice! 2. In the early months of using it, I just added it to my morning routine - and made a commitment to use the app soon after I woke up every morning. I think having a list of things you need to do every day helps (I have lists for everything!) - and because I am so busy, I just find having a daily routine keeps me on track.

I'm not absolutely sure, to be honest. But there does seem to be a lot of scientific work coming together that has the same principles. I'm currently reading about Dysregulated Nervous System - and I'll be doing a video on this shortly. I think apps like Curable totally support this teaching.

Hi. I use the Down Dog meditation app (and their yoga app). I love their apps because you can adjust the timings, voice, background music (or none) and you can either have a theme or none. If you're new to meditation, I also recommend Headspace.com.

Thank you for this recommendation. I'm currently reading another book on Nervous system dysregulation (which I'll be talking about at some point). I have come across Anthony William before, and find him very interesting (unfortunately, I hate celery juice!) - but I will certainly try and include his teachings in another video

@loveishappiness7330 hi, which book is it of the medical medium please as i'm suffering with fatigue terrible right now as i have fibromyalgia, wound love to have a read of it to see what i can do to help me control this horrible thing 😢 thanks

Oh, that's great - thanks very much for letting me know (just in time for my subscription renewal too) 🙂

I did a program run by the John Ratcliffe Hospital at Oxford. It was a long time ago, so I'm not sure if it's still running. After a LOT of questions and profiling, I was given a personal program of walking for 5 minutes for a week, and then increasing it by one minute every week. It was also very important not to feel I was pushing myself at any time. Within a few months I was walking for 20 minutes without any ill effects. It wasn't a cure - but it really did increase my confidence in being able to do more without fear of symptoms. I really believe it's the fear that keeps us stuck much of the time.

Seems to be the way to move forward. Have to go slow so your brain won’t overreact. Thank you.

Sorry to hear that - I can understand that your experience has put you off having any jabs. I do think it's a personal choice, though.

Rosamunde Bott - but I usually answer to Ros!

Hi Esther - thanks for your post. I totally understand how this feels. I think that when we do recover, it's never quite 100% and we are still vulnerable to flare-ups and setbacks - and it can feel really frustrating and depressing when the symptoms start again. I think this is very common, so don't despair - you are not alone! This has happened to me many times - you just need to go back to the strategies that helped you recover and know that things will get better again! All the best x

Sounds mcas or perceived danger no mold etc at home and your away from it and on holiday or different food do you have hypomobility highly related to mcas 26 years CFS 6 years fybromyalgia

@@Truerealism747 I have had severe allergies since a teenager, face swelling, throat swelling really scary, hives all over my body. Flares up then goes away. Took antihistamines for years daily. But now after getting M.E/CFS I learnt about histamine in foods. I eat mostly whole foods. Just drink filtered water, no juice,soft drinks, tea/ coffee alcohol. I eat two meals a day, no snacks. I restricted histamine in my diet two years ago because it was like I had mcas. I lost so much weight and started to introduce foods back into my diet. Sorted me out. I can eat what I want now. No antihistamines and only occasionally does my itching start but never hives and swelling these days. Turn to God and read the bible, these afflictions are hard to live with sometimes we can bring on disease ourselves. I am repenting of my sins and asking God to fully heal me but so grateful for the progress iv made over the years.