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MemberPublic Relations Director managing teams at large utility corporations and government including crisis communications, issues management, internal communications and customer communications. My brain fog, fatigue and loss of my former high energy led me to retire 3 years after diagnosis. Although my employer never asked me to leave, they did assign me to a special project with fewer demands. They were happy to see me go because I wasn’t as sharp as I used to be. MG didn’t affect my attendance but the job demanded quick insightful decisions and MG meant that peak performance was gone. Those last 3 years at work with MG were embarrassing and demoralizing. I’m still struggling to recover my lost confidence in my abilities. I’ve gathered a team to help me – psychologist, physiotherapist, personal trainer, foot care nurse, neurologist, family doctor and supportive family and friends. Recovery is slow.