Selma Blair Opens Up About Living With Multiple Sclerosis

Since her diagnosis with Multiple Sclerosis in August 2018, actress Selma Blair has been navigating the ups and downs of life with this challenging condition. In a recent, heartfelt Instagram post, the 46-year-old star shared her struggles with uncontrollable anxiety as part of her MS journey. It’s raw, honest, and a reminder of the strength it takes to face such a formidable adversary.

In a post dated Sunday, Jan. 13, Selma opened up about the discomfort and emotional toll of neurodegenerative brain disease. She posted a photo of herself cuddling a stuffed animal, describing the overwhelming anxiety she sometimes feels. "There is a truth with neurodegenerative brain disease. It is uncomfortable. It is a stadium of uncontrollable anxiety at times. Going out, being sociable holds a heavy price," she wrote. She also shared how isolating it can feel, even with the incredible support she's received. "My brain is on fire. I am freezing. We feel alone with it, even though the loving support has been a godsend and appreciated." Take a look at Selma's candid photo below.

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There is a truth with neurogedenerative brain disease. It is uncomfortable. It is a stadium of uncontrollable anxiety at times. Going out, being sociable holds a heavy price. My brain is on fire. I am freezing. We feel alone with it even though the loving support has been a god send and appreciated. People write me asking how I do it. I do my best. But I choke with the pain of what I have lost and what I dare hope for. and how challenging it is to walk around . But my smiles are genuine. This is ok. Life is an adventure with many shards of awakening. I can’t sleep at night but daytime I have trouble staying awake . I am a grown woman holding onto a bear that belonged to a sister type of mine. ( thank you @k.d.w.r ) we do what we can. I have a full week ahead with mothering and appointments and things to look forward to. But like many of us, I am praying. Soaking in love where I can. It’s not easy. That’s ok. I send love to you. And by the way, this #eileenfisher sweater is my go to cozy tonight in this hotel room. Thank you. And @lorrigoddard_ I can’t thank you enough for the morale boost of blonde. And to my love @mrchrismcmillan 🖤 #humancondition #strengthinvulnerablity #MS #stillanactress #always #willmakeitwork #heartwideopen ❤️ #thisisforallofus. #littlethings

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The Physical and Emotional Challenges of MS

Living with MS isn't just about physical symptoms; it deeply impacts mental health as well. Selma explained that people often ask her how she manages it all. "I do my best. But I choke with the pain of what I have lost and what I dare hope for. And how challenging it is to walk around," she wrote. Despite these difficulties, Selma finds positivity in the little things. "My smiles are genuine. This is okay. Life is an adventure with many shards of awakening," she added. Her resilience is inspiring, showing that even in the face of adversity, there's room for hope and joy.

Selma's Journey with MS

It was last October when Selma bravely revealed her MS diagnosis to her fans, months after she was officially diagnosed. In an Instagram post, she described the reality of living with the disease. "I have #multiplesclerosis. I am in an exacerbation. By the grace of the lord, and willpower and the understanding producers at Netflix, I have a job. A wonderful job. I am disabled. I fall sometimes. I drop things. My memory is foggy. And my left side is asking for directions from a broken GPS. But we are doing it. And I laugh and I don’t know exactly what I will do precisely but I will do my best," she shared. Her vulnerability and determination have resonated with many who follow her journey.

A Moment of Joy Amidst the Struggles

Even amidst the tough days, Selma has had moments of pure joy. In mid-December, she experienced a touching reunion with her beloved horse, Mr. Nibbles. For months, MS had prevented her from riding or even visiting her horse. The reunion was nothing short of magical. "This happened," Selma captioned a photo of herself hugging her horse. "My magical unicorn, #MrNibbles, held my body while I broke open with gratitude. I haven’t been able to ride for four months or more. I haven’t been able to get to him, so my saint of a trainer, @kjrides, brought him to me." It was a fairytale moment, with emotions too profound for words. "My horse in my front yard, with more emotions than these words can hold," she added.