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by Lisa Cohen (Author)
Having lived with Multiple Sclerosis ("MS") herself since 2001, author Lisa Cohen defines the "BS of MS" as an amalgam of the physical changes and losses caused by MS, the life changes and challenges that result, and the psychological and emotional "stuff" that comes along with those changes and challenges. This BS of MS may cause women living with MS to "live small," feel burdened, and feel defeated on a daily basis. An easy-read reference handbook, "Overcome the BS of MS" provides a 3-Step Plan that is a system of preparation, personal empowerment, and conscious forward action that is designed to help women living with MS to consistently overcome the BS of MS. "Overcome the BS of MS" is for any woman who wants to truly feel like she is actively living and enjoying a life that she chooses, even though she also happens to be living with MS. It provides the tools to get a grip on the "BS of MS", manage it like a boss, prevail over it, and start racking up wins.
Author Biography
Lisa Cohen is the Founder of Rockstar Women With MS ("RSW"), which is an international community of women living with Multiple Sclerosis who have banded together in mutual support to lead more empowered lives. Having lived with MS herself since 2001, Lisa's vision for RSW is to help women living with MS to live "rockstar" lives, which she defines as living by making active, conscious life decisions rather than auto-pilot decisions by default or resignation simply because of having MS. Rockstar Women With MS advances this vision by providing an active support community and coaching services for women living with MS. A self-proclaimed "escaped" lawyer, Lisa has more than 20 years of personal experience in life transitions and career change, more than 7 years of experience in supporting others in their dream pursuits, and more than 13 years of experience living with Multiple Sclerosis. Her successful journey to carve out her own rockstar path has led her through the amazing experiences of working in the independent music business, photography/art, and helping to build the nonprofit organization Makeover Your MS. As Managing Director of Makeover Your MS, Bike MS Champion, and Chapter Ambassador for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, she is committed to empowering and improving the quality of life of people living with MS. She has a B.A. from Columbia University, a J.D. from Columbia University School of Law, and Certificates in Digital & Graphic Design Production and Digital & Graphic Design from New York University School of Continuing and Professional Studies. She currently resides in New York City.
