Multiple Sclerosis – My Story
Mr. Durham is a math teacher at Hillsborough Middle School in Hillsborough New Jersey. Six years ago, Mr. Durham was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Mr. Durham has battled MS with 1) Interferon drugs 2) A diet high in protein and natural/unprocessed foods 3) Exercise- lifting weights, cardio, cycling outdoors 4) Meditation- Buddhist meditation and Yoga 5) PMA – Positive Mental Attitude (LOTS OF LAUGHTER) Mr. Durham is singing due to losing a bet that the Eagles would make it to the Super Bowl. Part of Mr. Durham’s theme as a teacher is KEEPING YOUR WORD!- See “Durham Dancing” on Youtube search. “Life is full of ups and downs. MS creates new hills that provide many challenges while providing new rewards to enjoy. While living with MS has been a hardship at times, at the same time it has brought out the best attributes in most of the people I come in contact with. My family & friends have become an invaluable support system to help or listen whenever I need it. If you do not have a support system, please contact you local hospital who can find a support group for you to join. The group can be an MS support Group, a Chronic Disease Support Group, or any other type of group that erases any feeling of isolation. Talking & listening to others has been a great benefit to me. Aside from my family & friends, the largest benefit to my life has been my work. Never would I have thought teaching children would be so beneficial to my health, well being, and my life. Working with …