It looks like you're using an Ad Blocker.
Please white-list or disable AboveTopSecret.com in your ad-blocking tool.
Thank you.
Some features of ATS will be disabled while you continue to use an ad-blocker.
Originally posted by NarcolepticBuddha
reply to post by knoledgeispower
I developed a debilitating auto-immune disease my first semester in college (it's similar to lupus, called dermatomyositis). Auto-immune diseases are rough, and the treatments are usually very harsh. Beware of medications like prednisone. They can cause A LOT of harm. But I would never presume to give someone medical advice.
I used to proudly tout as an atheist in my younger days. After all my experiences with cancer and depression, I have experienced so many unbelievable things--miracles--that no atheist could deny. I am a very devout Hindu now (I did not grow up in a Hindu atmosphere or community.) I believe all roads lead to Rome. A devotion to God is a devotion to righteousness and good by any name you choose. The Spirit and God know no quibbles between names and methods.
It is often said by shamans that the sickness is a trial initiation that allows select individuals to enter communion with the spiritual realms. Think of the illness and pain as a means of quickly burning out unresolved karma. This is the beginning of a spiritual journey (one that may take several lifetimes, depending on your belief or point of view).
(I apologize if my beliefs contradict the western, Judeo-Christian majority here on ATS. I am simply typing what I know and have studied. This thread is certainly not open to religious debate, but everyone is welcome to share their beliefs and experiences with Spirit. Just don't turn it into a mudslinging contest! Thanks)
Originally posted by NarcolepticBuddha
reply to post by sled735
I am searching through your thread to see the post about the Boxy Man. It is long and will take me a while, but I am excited to hear that somebody else may have seen it.
Thanks for sharing.
Originally posted by NarcolepticBuddha
Unless they were all crazy and belong in the psych ward. That seems more far-fetched to me though.
Originally posted by NarcolepticBuddha
reply to post by knoledgeispower
Prednisone attacks. Believe me, I know all about them! Such horrible side effects for such a vital medication. I have decided that if I have a relapse, I will suffer the disease instead of the medication. The steroids have completely deteriorated the cartilage in my femoral/ hip joints and I am going to need a hip replacement on both sides one of these days. I am not very old, but my body sure is. I, too, am taking plaquenal (spelling?) except we call it hydroxychlor here haha. I have the dirty, purplish elbows, knees, and knuckles from the medications.
Spending those years in the children's hospital cancer ward was an amazing experience. As I said in my OP, that was another incredible story altogether. I have seen so many friends die in there. I can't believe some of the stuff I've been through. It's all a state of mind, that's all. Stay true and positive. Never give up on the good. It will see you through.
edit on 14-7-2012 by NarcolepticBuddha because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by NarcolepticBuddha
reply to post by sled735
Thanks, it helps tremendously. 30 Pages is a lot to sift through. It's a shame how much good info is lost against the voluminous archives of ATS. I appreciate you pointing out the post as I was very nearly giving up on finding it.
Originally posted by sled735
Originally posted by NarcolepticBuddha
reply to post by sled735
Thanks, it helps tremendously. 30 Pages is a lot to sift through. It's a shame how much good info is lost against the voluminous archives of ATS. I appreciate you pointing out the post as I was very nearly giving up on finding it.
Well, he posted a lot of them. You will still have to read through many pages to see which one it is on. Sorry.
But while you're there, you can enjoy reading some of the other experiences people have shared. Timical has told some fascinating stories about his experiences! Right up there with yours! Awesome!
Oh, and I only need one more flag to hit 50 (hint, hint)edit on 7/14/2012 by sled735 because: (no reason given)