"I tried to do some graded exercise, but I soon realized that it was bad advice, as I felt immediately worse afterwards, with excruciating pain in my legs and an increase in all other symptoms. My doctor helped me with some medication for my dizziness and he proposed antidepressants - Amitriptyline - which I gave a try, but soon found I couldn't tolerate, as I felt like a complete zombie. I wasn't really depressed, just frustrated I suppose." - Rosalynde is diagnosed with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis; hear her own testimony, on how living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis has impacted her life. Rosalynde has had published several books of her poety, writing about her experience living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis; not only as a creative outlet to express herself, but also to raise awareness and help fund research. You can learn more about her poetry, among other things, on her blog, at https://roslemarchand.blogspot.com and you can also find Rosalynde on Twitter @frenchros and Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/My-A-Z-of-ME-1403270009902127/?ref=pages_you_manage - If you would like to join Rosalynde in sharing your story, of what it's like to actually live with chronic illness, feel free to contact us on Twitter @millionspod or email us at [email protected] - Learn more about Myalgic Encephalomyelitis at https://www.meaction.net/learn/what-is-me/