Adequate hydration supports immune function, aids in detoxification, promotes tissue repair—all of which are vital considerations for managing lupus symptoms
Going back to school is a daunting task for many spoonies, wether it be middle school or college. Knowing what to keep on you can be cause for a lot of stress. I personally (and I'm sure many of you could agree with me) like to be overly prepared. What if I have a flare-up? What if I suddenly have a new symptom? What if I'm out longer than planned? What if I have to go to the hospital? - These are just a few question I have asked myself before going out even for just an hour or so. From this I h
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The best productivity tools for spoonies are customisable and either work with your symptoms or aim to relieve them.
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A lot of chronic illnesses come with fatigue and other symptoms that impact your energy. Some of them even have exercise intolerance as a symptom. In these illnesses, exercising causes symptoms and…
This Challenge was designed so that people without chronic health conditions can understand what it is like to live with limited energy. This Challenge features 23 activities for which have a predetermined amount of spoons that they cost. There is also 1 blank area that you can put your own activity. There are 3 recharge options for your spoons that only give a limited and random number of spoons. Size: US Letter This digital download contains 2 documents with: * Challenge Rules/Spoon Theory Description * Challenge Page with set values for each activity and recharge options * Challenge Page with blank values for each activity and recharge options * Spoon Use Tracking page You will get 1 PDF with every page together and 1 Zip file of 4 PNG images for those that have a hard time printing PDFs. THIS IS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. NO PHYSICAL PRODUCT WILL BE SHIPPED. The watermark will be removed on the copy you receive. If you would like any customization please feel free to contact me. I will do my best to accommodate. I hope this challenge helps someone in your life gain a better understanding of what life as a spoonie is like. Thank you for your support THIS CHALLENGE WAS DESIGNED BY SPOON CULTURE Your purchase is for personal use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or resell this item either in digital or printed form. If you have any issues with your purchase please contact me. Refund is not available for this item.
Explore life with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) beyond headaches and discover why understanding goes beyond medical terms.
If you have or know somebody who has a chronic illness, chances are you have heard the term spoonie or unchargeable. These are 2 analogies commonly used to describe people who are running low on energy. Here I explain both the spoon theory and battery analogy.
Here's what it's like living with Antiphospholipid Syndrome from a patient's perspective. APS can interfere with many foods and treatments.
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Here's what it's like living with Antiphospholipid Syndrome from a patient's perspective. APS can interfere with many foods and treatments.
Finding products that work for lupus skin and don’t kill your bank account are few and far between. I know how frustrating it is spending hundreds of dollars on skincare that flares up your lupus rash or contributes to a break out. Not to worry I have found….in my opinion the best lupus skincare products
"I always feel like running away right after."
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Fibromyalgia doesn’t scare me. It used to, particularly when I suffered from it nearly 35 years ago. But not anymore. Actually, the fibrous pain I once had was not my most pressing complaint (though it certainly caused a drag in my day-to-day existence). Worse during certain times of the month and better during
A Holiday Gift Guide for someone in your life that lives with chronic illness or pelvic pain and maybe a few items for yourself!...
The standard pain scale doesn't really work when you live with chronic pain. There are better ways to express your pain.
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What do spoons have to do with chronic illness? Do you identify yourself as a spoonie?
More tips and advice for finding comfortable clothing. If you or someone you know suffers from chronic pain or a chronic illness, help is here!
"With just one off marker in my blood, one new treatment plan from a doctor, one questionable scan, new meds or stress, my life can dramatically shift, causing all of my progress to be put aside."
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A safe space for people with chronic illness where they can share deepest and darkest secrets anonymously.. “Spoonie Secrets: Issue #7” is published by Mary Gutierrez.
Goal setting for someone with a chronic illness can seem like a waste of time. How are we ever supposed to succeed when our body is trying to shut us down? Here are 9 things to remember when setting your goals.
Life isn’t always straight forward. A bit of a cliche I know, but it’s so true!6 years ago I sat in pain with 2 broken legs, recovering from 2 major surgeries 8 weeks apart. I was facing a future f…
Learning to say no and prioritise your health isn't always easy. Here's how I learned to say no while living with a chronic illness and let go of any guilt.
"Did I take my meds?!"
BY LISA MARIE BASILE Body Ritual is Lisa Marie Basile's weekly column about wellness, chronic illness and finding healing and autonomy in ritual. You can follow her on Instagram for more on this topic. Where are all my autoimmunies and chronic illness survivors out there? I wrote th
Explore life with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) beyond headaches and discover why understanding goes beyond medical terms.
In mental illness, spoon theory refers to limited internal resources, while fork theory relates to the capacity to handle external stressors.
Painsomnia can be debilitating and exhausting, especially with chronic illness. I share a few tips for managing symptoms of painsomnia.
The Spoon Theory, originated by Christina Miserandino (2003), is often used within the chronic illness community to explain what it’s like to be sick, using spoons as a representation of energy. Each day, individuals with a chronic illness are given 12 spoons and must carefully plan their day whereas healthy, especially young individuals, expect an endless supply and don’t face such choices. The Spoon Theory was created to help people without medical conditions better understand the reality of c
A safe space for people with chronic illness where they can share deepest and darkest secrets anonymously.. “Spoonie Secrets: Issue #9” is published by Mary Gutierrez.
