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02/11/2026

Quick vote. I’m naming a new FND support option. Which feels safest and clearest to you? A) Pocket Support B) Pocket Partner C) Pocket Guide D) Other. Hit reply with your letter and a 10‑word ‘why.

Thanks for your valued voice, curiosity and the support of the community.
Jocelyn

02/11/2026

FiNDing Calm for Functional Neurological Disorders . 3 simple tips for individuals motivated to thrive despite an FND diagnosis, or other co-morbidities like or health conditions.

DM “CALM” and I’ll send you a free link for my new Thrive Through Challenges: Practical Skills Resource Guide.

YOUVE GOT THIS! We’ve got you❣️You don’t have to do this alone.

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02/10/2026

When Your Brain with Hits “Threat Mode” — Here’s Your Lifeline 💛

🔥 FND friends… know this feeling? Prefrontal cortex goes offline under stress. Amygdala yells “THREAT.” Tiny triggers feel HUGE… and for some of us, non‑epileptic seizures can hit like lightning. You’re not broken. Your brain is signalling for balance. 💫

Victoria English’s infographic nails this nervous‑system flood for our FND community too — when mixed‑up messages streak through neural networks and leave us wiped out and wondering what’s next. I’m grateful for her practical brain‑health content. 🙏

Here’s a simple DBT lifeline you can try today: • Ground: STOP + breathe. Try 4‑7‑8. Inhale 4. Hold 7. Exhale 8 like through a straw. 🫁
• Externalize: Journal the spiral. Discharge the tough stuff into words, art, or music. ✍️🎨
• Micro‑plan: After a flare, choose one tiny step toward the win you want. 1% counts. ✅

Overwhelm isn’t weakness — it’s your brain asking for regulation and support. You are not alone here. 💛

How do YOU find calm when symptoms feel “too much”? Drop one thing that helps you below — your story helps us all. ⬇️

Want a free resource? Comment “DBT” and I’ll send you my Thrive Through Challenges: Practical DBT Skills Guide — free. 📘

With gratitude to Victoria English for the powerful visual. I’ll put her post/link in the first comment so it displays clean.

02/10/2026

3 Easy Pacing Steps for FiNDing Calm:

1. Stop Early—Pause before symptoms spike (not after). Break tasks into tiny pieces.

2. Rest on Purpose—Schedule intentional breaks, even when you "feel okay." Capacity varies daily.

3. Ditch the Guilt—This isn't laziness; it's strength. Protect your system for fewer, shorter flares.

Boom—simple, actionable, steps to build stability. You've got what it takes❣️

What's step 1 look like for your day tomorrow?Choose one small step and drop it in the chat to prioritize your wins.

You are enough, worthy and deserve to advocate for your needs. You’ve got this.
❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️
Jocelyn

PS. My Gorgeous and Amazing brain in watercolours, celebrating my birthday and how well my SMART brain protects me, despite FND.

02/05/2026

With Functional with FND – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

02/04/2026

Honoured to have been interviewed recently about my advocacy work and Thrive-Together-Network.. check out the clip below & repost to share with individuals navigating new or challenging neurological health diagnoses and
In gratitude,
Jocelyn Bystrom

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02/04/2026

Don’t want to struggle alone with FND❓ Learn more about Thrive-Together-Network offers and freebies. Follow here and DM: “THRIVE” to receive Jocelyn’s Free: Thrive Through Challenges: Practical DBT skills resource guide.
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Jocelyn Bystrom: Author, speaker, and educator challenging healthcare norms. With an M.Ed. in Leadership & Counselling, she’s a leader in B.C., Canada, known for transformational health advocacy and eliminating stigma. Founder, Thrive-Together-Network

02/04/2026

With Mastermind – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

01/29/2026

With Laurie Mabelis – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

01/27/2026

🚀 From Medical Chaos to Thriving: My Raw Story of Speaking Up & Building Resilience. GOT

Join me in this powerful live session where I get real about my journey through medical challenges, mental health battles, and the game-changing moment I decided to speak up. If you've ever felt stuck in tough stuff—GRIEF, health FEARS, or SELF—DOUBT, this is for you. Discover how sharing your truth can discharge the weight and unlock your thrive mode.

Unbreakable: The Art of Resilience when Navigating Tough Times with FND, or Functional Neurological Disorder (live interview, recorded Saturday, Jan. 24. 2026 by podcast hosts Nathanial & Julia of LHV Podcast. (CHECK out the Live Broadcast Recording here) (* Start at 6:07min)
https://www.youtube.com/live/p5B1XmGtsig?si=Gjno8qAEhxKn0qPP

Ready to release the tough stuff and step into your thriving life? Join the Thrive Together Network—our supportive community for women turning pain into power. Spots are open for our next group!
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👉 Learn more about Jocelyn's transformative health memoir, FiNDing Hope: The Mind-Body Connection & Importance of Being Seen and Heard. https://a.co/d/4XxoHbX




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