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Book Review: Suffered Long Enough by Dr. Bill Rawls

Last Updated: January 2, 2015

Review: Suffered Long Enough by Dr. Bill Rawls

How often have you wished for a doctor who understood what you were going through? I doubt we'd wish chronic pain on anyone, but at the same time, we'd all love to find a doctor who really understands. Dr. Bill Rawls is that doctor, and while you may not be able to visit him in person, he has … [Read more...]

8 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Medications, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: alternative therapies, book review, books, review

Books to help you cope with chronic illness

Last Updated: December 16, 2020

13 books every spoonie should read

Reading is one of my favorite pastimes, a good book can distract me when I'm not feeling well, it can teach me so many things, or it can simply help me relax and fall asleep at the end of a hard day. I enjoy nonfiction as much as fiction, and while I prefer to avoid the "cure" books, I do look for … [Read more...]

7 Comments Filed Under: Coping, Extra Spoons Tagged With: asking for help, books, chronic fatigue, chronic pain

What’s Helped Me Most

fibromyalgia treatments that have worked best for me

I've come a long way since I started this blog in 2010. I spent years barely getting off the couch, wrapped in brain fog, pain, and fatigue. But, in 2012 that started to change. I'd had enough and finally decided I was willing to try anything.  I've found that there's not one single thing … [Read more...]

8 Tips for Dealing with Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: August 20, 2020

7 tips for dealing with fibromyalgia

Over the years, I've had many people ask for my top tips for dealing with Fibromyalgia. These 7 tips are the tips I typically share. They are what has helped me. And, while the specifics will likely vary from individual to individual, the basics are the same and I hope you find these tips helpful … [Read more...]

1 Comment Filed Under: Coping, Fibromyalgia, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: acceptance, cbd oil, dealing with doctors, doctors, sleep, supplements, support

Get Back Into Whack with Sue Ingbretson

Last Updated: November 11, 2019

Review of Get Back Into Whack by Sue Ingbretson

Every once in a while I get the opportunity to review a book that I really want to read. That was the case with the new book from Sue Ingbretson, Get Back Into Whack. I've been following Sue and reading her blog for years. She's one of my blogging idols - those people you look up to and aspire to … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: Coping, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: book review

Myofascial Pain and Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: July 8, 2019

Myofascial pain syndrome and fibromyalgia

Myofascial pain feels a lot like muscle pain, chances are you may not be able to tell the difference. But, there is a difference. Myofascial pain isn't caused by tight muscles, but rather by tight fascia. Fascia is the layer of tissue just underneath the skin, between the skin and the … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms, Treatment Tagged With: chronic pain, myofascial pain, myofascial release therapy

Review: Vital Plan Select CBD oil products

Last Updated: May 6, 2019

Review: Vital Plan Select CBD Oil tincture and Muscle Rub

New CBD products are popping up everywhere, and it's a welcome sight for those of us with chronic pain, sleep issues, anxiety, and many other ailments. CBD is one of the two key parts of the marijuana plant, but is thanks to a recent change in the laws and regulations around the hemp plant, hemp is … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, migraine, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, muscle relaxers, pain relief, sleep, sleep aids

Common Questions About Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: October 11, 2018

Fibromyalgia Frequently Asked Quesions (image of scared woman) - Counting My Spoons

Living with fibromyalgia is difficult. I was diagnosed in 2010 and have been writing about life with fibromyalgia since. Over the years I've seen many questions about fibromyalgia from everyone... ranging from those who just know someone with fibromyalgia, to those living with it. Below are some of … [Read more...]

6 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms, Treatment Tagged With: chronic fatigue, chronic pain, diagnosis

The Vital Plan for Chronic Illness

Last Updated: April 7, 2017

The vital plan for chronic illness

  What would make me add 24 pills a day to my already heavy daily pill regime? Finding a protocol that works, that's what. And, Vital Plan Restore Kit is that protocol when it comes to Fibromyalgia, Lyme, & CFS/ME. The Vital Plan Restore Kit was created by Dr. Bill Rawls, a doctor who … [Read more...]

7 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Medications, sponsored, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, supplements

Unlocking Lyme: Book Giveaway

Last Updated: February 19, 2017

Unlocking Lyme

A couple of weeks ago I shared my review of Unlocking Lyme by Dr. Bill Rawls. Now, they're offering two of you the chance to get a copy of the book for FREE!   Unlocking Lyme is a in-depth look at what causes Lyme disease, how it differs and is similar to other viral and bacterial … [Read more...]

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About Julie

Spoonie. Fibro Warrior. E-health advocate.

Julie Ryan was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2010 and endometriosis in 2012. She's lived with chronic migraine most of her life. In 2019 she was diagnosed with inter-cranial hypertension.

Julie has a degree in Psychology, and works as a freelance writer and marketer. Freelance work allows her to work when she can and not be tied to a desk or a schedule. Julie believes in living an inspired life despite chronic illness.

"I have chronic illness, it doesn't have me."

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Blog title inspired by The Spoon Theory, by Christine Miserandino, an excellent explanation of what it's like to live with invisible illness. Read More…

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I am not a doctor. I do not claim to be a doctor. I do not play a doctor on TV or the internet. I simply share my experiences and what has worked for me. We are all different and before you try any new treatment, exercise, supplement, etc you should talk with your doctor (the real one, not the one on TV).

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