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Great hopeful quote

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“First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they

fight you, then you win.” ~~Mahatma Gandhi

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Trixie64

Just what I need at the moment! Thank you!

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humanbean

Lovely quote.

I'm curious though. Where do people think we are in the fight to get the medical profession to take thyroid problems seriously and treat us effectively?

I would still put us at stage 1 or 2 - Ignored or laughed at.

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HarryE in reply to humanbean

I think 2, pushing towards 3 in places.

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Stage 1 - ignored: 'of course you're fine - it's all in your head', 'what do you expect - it's your age', 'don't eat so much', 'just go on a diet, then, if you don't like your weight'. Grrr.

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TSH110 in reply to humanbean

3 I think - Ta for inspirational quote :-) roll on the win!

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nezzykins

love this quote x

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chihiro

Love it! Thanks for posting this Harry,it's a good reminder to keep fighting for what you believe in.

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Marz

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Great post Harry - and here are a few more to inspire - from one strong lady.... ER.... :-)

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HarryE in reply to Marz

Oh yes, I've seen a few of hers before, thanks x

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Marz in reply to HarryE

:-)

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ladytelita

Quoted by Robbie Williams in one of his songs too.

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