When Ms. McNew visited my home for the interview, I shared many, many facts, figures and things I had learned in my 20-year battle with Fibromyalgia (FMS) and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS).

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I told Karen about:

• the prevalence of the 2 illnesses in society and how people really suffer
  
• how and when I contracted the illnesses,


• how bad my symptoms were and about the book I'm writing on my experience, From the Floor... Looking up, and


• a few things that I used to help me feel better, like vitamins, supplements and integrative medicine techniques such as chiropractic, acupuncture and massage.

Finally, we talked about my current passion, putting together information and resources for the Health Matters Show, a blog and podcast on these dreaded illnesses, and the work I do for individuals to help them feel better. It's called the ELT Protocol.

"I told Karen specifically that ELT is the energy healing mechanism that I chose to get me well... no ifs, ands or buts about it. I am convinced that getting the ELT Protocol helped my health turn the corner and head towards home."

My experience was that "ELT" was the very most important component of my healing journey, not an afterthought or an addendum that was hinted at in the broadcast as "energy medicine." I am convinced that I wouldn't be where I am today without having undergone this original, powerful and incredible work!

(As a matter of fact, I was so impressed with the ELT Protocol that I became a certified practitioner and now offer my services to help other people feel better and allow their bodies to heal themselves. I love this exciting work!)

WSLS chose to hint at the mechanism of my recovery and then offer a brief description of my work on the Health Matters Show, plus short clips about the importance vitamins, Magnesium and Calcium, sleep control, and stress reduction. That is okay. I understand the television industry's objective of traveling the "middle of the road" on such an issue.

And, although I think that what Ms. McNew said is important (regarding how to live with and manage Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), I did not even hint that her suggestions were the keys to the kingdom. She chose her message.

I appreciate what Karen McNew and WSLS have broadcasted. But in my opinion, the television segment left out more information than it offered. The reason behind such abrupt coverage is partially due to the nature of television with its sound bites and short clips to hold viewer interest. A few seconds here, a few seconds there.

However, each of the elements that I talked about with Karen played a role in helping me live through 15 years of agony and bone-numbing fatigue, and finally come out on the other side a changed and healthy woman. The smaller components were not enough to turn my health around. I can only tell you what worked for me.

Choosing to receive the ELT Protocol was my path to wellness. It proved to be effective in getting me well. I'm now 5 years into recovery.

Dear reader and listener... you must choose your personal path to regain what you lost. At the very least, your health and quality of life are at stake. Often we walk different paths to get to the same place. What's important is you finding one that works for you."