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M.E. and me: Chronic Fatigue: My Recovery After 10 Years.
Having had ME/CFS for ten years, Stuart Aken has now recovered. In his concise book, you'll find information, advice, and a very personal story of what it is to suffer the condition and, more importantly, to recover from it. You'll discover a message of hope for all concerned. So, whether you're a sufferer, or carer, friend, relative or colleague of someone struck down with the condition, you'll find everything you need to help you understand this misunderstood ailment. And, by buying this book, you'll be helping a charity aimed at providing practical help for all involved with ME/CFS.
- GenresNonfiction
126 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 14, 2015
About the author
Stuart Aken
22 books289 followersReading from infancy. Writing stories since I could hold a pencil. Always fascinated by the power of words to entertain, illuminate, transform, educate, and influence. Stories are fundamental to our psyche: we love them. It's an honour to be privileged to tell my own versions of tales that have abounded for millennia.
Fantasy fascinates me: that ability to enter an imagined world and witness events not always shackled by Earthen rules.
Science Fiction allows speculation on our future: what will happen if we carry on in certain directions, and what will occur if we allow developments that might actually threaten our very existence?
Romance is fundamental to human relationships and love, with its opposite, hate, form the roots of most stories.
As I say to all my readers; Enjoy the read!
Fantasy fascinates me: that ability to enter an imagined world and witness events not always shackled by Earthen rules.
Science Fiction allows speculation on our future: what will happen if we carry on in certain directions, and what will occur if we allow developments that might actually threaten our very existence?
Romance is fundamental to human relationships and love, with its opposite, hate, form the roots of most stories.
As I say to all my readers; Enjoy the read!
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June 19, 2015
This book is very much a personal response to a debilitating illness which comes on for no apparent reason, is neither fully understood nor acknowledged by the medical profession, but hits so many in this country alone that there’s a dedicated charity, ‘Action for ME’, which helps fill the gaps.
In easily digestible sections, the reader is taken on the author’s journey, which at the time constituted mostly of trial and error, but also includes his own hindsight and updates on medical advances, which gives the text a contemporary feel. Family members who cared for him during the extended period of his illness have their say, which will doubtless echo the experience of other carers: mostly, those affected are left to get on with it, hence the need for a sharing of knowledge as a form of support. Welfare, the workplace, what to ask and who to ask, are all covered, and there is a comprehensive listing of live hyperlinks in the appendix to gain both insight and alternative routes to navigate this illness.
In keeping with the illness, the author’s recovery was slow, but it has been made, and it is this he emphasises throughout. Normal life can be resumed. That he believes ‘Action for ME’ was particularly instrumental in his rehabilitation can be seen not only by dedicating part of the profits of the book to the charity, but also in him undertaking a half marathon on its behalf later in 2015. I wish him well.
In easily digestible sections, the reader is taken on the author’s journey, which at the time constituted mostly of trial and error, but also includes his own hindsight and updates on medical advances, which gives the text a contemporary feel. Family members who cared for him during the extended period of his illness have their say, which will doubtless echo the experience of other carers: mostly, those affected are left to get on with it, hence the need for a sharing of knowledge as a form of support. Welfare, the workplace, what to ask and who to ask, are all covered, and there is a comprehensive listing of live hyperlinks in the appendix to gain both insight and alternative routes to navigate this illness.
In keeping with the illness, the author’s recovery was slow, but it has been made, and it is this he emphasises throughout. Normal life can be resumed. That he believes ‘Action for ME’ was particularly instrumental in his rehabilitation can be seen not only by dedicating part of the profits of the book to the charity, but also in him undertaking a half marathon on its behalf later in 2015. I wish him well.
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February 6, 2021This was gifted to me from a really good friend for Christmas.
Such a thoughtful gift as I'm been suffering from m. E /CFS for just over a year.
This book is one man's story of how he recovered told with first hand. It even includes pieces written by his wife and daughter in their own words.
Has given me the courage and hope to explore other people's stories and hope of recovering myself
Such a thoughtful gift as I'm been suffering from m. E /CFS for just over a year.
This book is one man's story of how he recovered told with first hand. It even includes pieces written by his wife and daughter in their own words.
Has given me the courage and hope to explore other people's stories and hope of recovering myself
November 25, 2025
A powerful, hopeful read. Stuart Aken shares practical advice and a heartfelt recovery story that brings clarity to ME/CFS. Brief, insightful, and genuinely uplifting highly recommended.
January 14, 2026
This book is an incredibly insightful and compassionate guide for anyone affected by ME/CFS. Stuart Aken’s personal journey from suffering for ten years to full recovery is both inspiring and deeply informative. He shares the realities of living with this misunderstood condition with honesty and clarity, offering practical advice and strategies that are grounded in his own experience.
What makes this book stand out is its balance of empathy and hope. It is not just for sufferers; carers, family members, and friends will also gain a better understanding of what life with ME/CFS truly entails. The concise, accessible writing ensures that the guidance is easy to follow while remaining deeply impactful.
Beyond being a valuable resource, this book also supports a charitable cause, adding another layer of meaning to your purchase. For anyone seeking understanding, encouragement, or practical advice about ME/CFS, this is an essential and uplifting read. Highly recommended.
What makes this book stand out is its balance of empathy and hope. It is not just for sufferers; carers, family members, and friends will also gain a better understanding of what life with ME/CFS truly entails. The concise, accessible writing ensures that the guidance is easy to follow while remaining deeply impactful.
Beyond being a valuable resource, this book also supports a charitable cause, adding another layer of meaning to your purchase. For anyone seeking understanding, encouragement, or practical advice about ME/CFS, this is an essential and uplifting read. Highly recommended.
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