During a job interview, it is important to describe yourself in a way that catches the attention of the interviewer and shows them why you are a great candidate for the role. When interviewing, it can be easy to fall into a trap and focus on negative aspects about yourself, but it is vital to ensure that you paint an accurate picture of yourself by using positive words to highlight your best qualities.
Luckily, there are many ways to use positive adjectives and phrases when describing yourself, which will send the right message to your interviewer. Using positive self-descriptions will help you appear confident and capable, while also letting the interviewer know that you are a team player who is able to work well with others.
The medical condition ME is also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Doctors do not understand what causes ME or CFS. It is a complex illness that can be disabling and may cause extreme fatigue and other symptoms that reduce your ability to function.
It can start suddenly, most often after an infection, or over time. It can also develop after a major change in life, such as moving house or having a baby. Usually it is diagnosed with a combination of history, physical examination and laboratory tests. But it can be difficult to diagnose, and as many as 90 percent of people with ME do not receive a correct diagnosis or are misdiagnosed.
Research shows ME is a complex illness that affects multiple systems in the body, including the immune and nervous system. It can also include cardiovascular, connective tissue, gastrointestinal and metabolic dysfunction.
People with ME experience a relapsing-remitting pattern of symptoms, and some have one or more additional diseases (comorbidities) such as fibromyalgia (widespread muscle pain), irritable bowel syndrome and gastroparesis (bloating and constipation), postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS, increased heart rate upon standing up) and secondary depression.
The symptoms of ME/CFS can be similar to other conditions, such as depression, rheumatoid arthritis and hypothyroidism, so it can be hard to get a diagnosis. Those with ME can have difficulty working, studying and socializing.
There are no medications that are specifically recommended for ME/CFS, and the best treatment approach is often “pacing” – doing only what you can manage and resting when needed. Some people benefit from cognitive behavior therapy, which teaches you how to recognize and avoid activities that will make your symptoms worse. Other people find that dietary changes and complementary therapies, such as massage, meditation and mindfulness, can help. But it is important to check with your doctor before trying any new treatments, as some of them may not be safe or effective for you. It is also a good idea to seek support from friends and family, as it can be very isolating living with ME/CFS. You can also join a support group or find a therapist who can help you manage your condition.