Hi, Tyson, I just wanted to add my concern and support. I'm really sorry you're going through this. I try to remember to be grateful that my life is arranged so that I can make the concessions I need to without giving up the things I care about. I think, what if I had babies and toddlers to take care of, or what if I was supporting my family? I know that not everyone has it so easy.

If you decide to take a year off, do keep at the very front of your mind that you are just delaying the life you planned, and not giving it up. You are still getting your disease under control.

Abby