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In the first couple of years, I found it uncomfortable to explain my disease to those around me. I didn't want to seem like a "weird" sick person. I also
Did you know that swollen ankles in the elderly are incredibly common? While a normal response to an injury, this health concern should not be ignored and
Living with fibromyalgia doesn’t have to stop you from doing the things you love. With these 9 tips, you can live a happier life.
September is chronic pain awareness month. Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts 6+ months. For some, this may be in one area of the body, often started by some sort of injury but then continues well past the time it should have taken for the body to heal. For others, like me who […]
Vital differences between coping and adapting to life with a chronic illness you need to know to live better today and tomorrow.
Chronic Illness can bring you down emotionally and physically, but you don't have to take it lying down! These chronic illness quotes will
"I thought it was completely normal to feel the way I did."
After being diagnosed with gastroparesis a year ago, I had a feeding tube placed in my abdomen. We’re not sure why, but the feeding tube has left me with severe chronic pain. It's not supposed to hurt, but for some reason, it still does. I join the nearly 8 million Canadians and 51.6 million Americans who struggle with chronic pain.
I've been in pain for over 18 years, which means that I've described pain a LOT. In this post, I discuss describing pain levels to a doctor.
A story on living with chronic illness and the impact on quality of life. Plus coping strategies to deal with being chronically ill.
There is no one-size-fits-all for chronic pain management. Here's how to use the 7 dimensions of wellness in holistic ways for yourself.
When you are experiencing a pinched nerve, the pain is very real, and the symptoms can not go unnoticed. Your body will tell you that something is wrong,
"I think the emotional aspect of being chronically ill is the most invisible."
The memoirs, self-help books, and other books that helped chronic illness patients adjust, cope, and thrive.
Chronic Illness can bring you down emotionally and physically, but you don't have to take it lying down! These chronic illness quotes will
I share how to start exercising when you have fibromyalgia (chronic pain and fatigue) without flaring your symptoms and making things worse
When we think of pain, physical pain often comes to mind first. But there are things that chronic illness patients find much worse.
Do you suffer from chronic pain or an autoimmune disease? I made this chronic pain journal just for you so you can track all kinds of things like pain, medication, doctors appointments and more! Calling
Living with chronic illness is challenging. Discover 7 tips for getting through difficult days with chronic illness in this blog post.
Spoonies, this one's for you.
Navigating life with chronic illness can be much more manageable with the right tools. In this article, I share my tried-and-true chronic illness must haves. This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through a link, I may receive a small commission, at no cost to you. This list represents chronic illness essentials that everyone can benefit from, regardless of your condition. That’s because we can all use products that promote: More restful sleep Pain relief Better gut health Reduced toxic load Improved overall health Healthier skin and hair Below are my 15 top chronic illness must haves
Chronic Illness can bring you down emotionally and physically, but you don't have to take it lying down! These chronic illness quotes will
I choose to be happy despite the cross of chronic illness. In fact, I have found I can be joyful because of my chronic illness!!
Here are a few holiday checklists for those who live with chronic illness, and also for those who'd like to show their support. Happy holidays to all!
Long-time chronic illness patient Kate the (Almost) Great explains the many ways how chronic illness affects relationships.
After being diagnosed with gastroparesis a year ago, I had a feeding tube placed in my abdomen. We’re not sure why, but the feeding tube has left me with severe chronic pain. It's not supposed to hurt, but for some reason, it still does. I join the nearly 8 million Canadians and 51.6 million Americans who struggle with chronic pain.
Chronic pain makes mornings painful and challenging. Here are some useful tips to help make mornings easier with chronic pain.
I've had chronic pain for nearly 2 decades. In this post, I'm sharing my advice for what to do when chronic pain becomes too much.
“Doctors don’t know what causes fibromyalgia, but it most likely involves a variety of factors working together.”
The 3Rs of ‘Resilience’: Regenerate when faced with setbacks, stay Robust on challenging days, and Radiate on the good days.
"It's the nagging person in your life who never goes away."
