4 Challenges of Being an Introvert with Chronic Illness Guest post by Kami Lingren Navigating the changes that have come with a not-so-normal immune system have been, well, interesting. And throwing in my introverted personality? Now, that’s come with it's own set of "fun". Ahem, like every … [Read more...]
Extra Spoons and Inspiration
These posts contain little tips and inspiration to help you gain an "extra spoon" or two. Many with invisible illness call themselves "spoonies" in reference to The Spoon Theory by Christine Miserandino. The idea is that we equate our energy levels to spoons, when our energy levels are low, we need spoons. These posts are meant to help you increase your energy (whether mental or physical), and therefore your spoons.
Shine a Purple Light on Fibro
May 12 is Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. Of the many illnesses I live with it seems to be the one that I give the most attention to, even though it's probably the one I have the most under control these days. I think a large part of the attention I give to Fibro comes from the lack of attention it … [Read more...]
You Are Not the Enemy
You Are Not the Enemy: Stop Beating Yourself Up for Your Illness guest post by Kerry @ Chronically Zen When I was first diagnosed, the battle lines were clear: it was me against Crohn’s disease. Crohn’s disease had wrecked my health and my plans for the future. It was not going to … [Read more...]
Chronic Illness is Hard Work
Chronic Illness is Hard Work Guest post from Lydia at BeingLydia.com I know there are people who don't really know me well enough that believe that I am a lazy, whiny hermit with mental problems. These are people that have been in my life for years, but they just don't get that I have real … [Read more...]
An Open Letter to Healthy People (guest post)
Guest post from my amazing vlogger friend, Ken McKim. You may remember him from his video on the Death of Compassion for the Chronically Ill. Dear Healthy People, Have you ever called in sick to work? I'm sure you have. So, while you were home sick did you watch TV? Were … [Read more...]
4 Ways I Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety are two things that I try to avoid, but I can't always. Sometimes I just get anxious for no reason, or I start thinking about all that I need to do and I stress myself out. I try to stay focused on the present moment but it doesn't always work. About 20 years ago I had one of … [Read more...]
What to do when you feel lost, alone, and confused
What to do when Chronic Illness Leaves You Feeling Lost, Alone, & Confused This is a guest post from my friend Stacey at ChronicallyWhole.com. As a four-year-old girl, I once peed my pants while hiding inside a circular rounder of clothing at our local Wal-Mart store. Having … [Read more...]
Are you Upstream or Downstream?
This Upstream / Downstream fable was presented in the Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction course that I'm taking. It was not given with any particular meaning and as several of us discussed it I realized that different people can take it different ways. Your perspective and experience will determine … [Read more...]
Living the Whole Health Life
I was given a copy of The Whole Health Life by the author, Shannon Harvey because she and her husband felt that it aligned with the info that I share here on my blog. I couldn't agree more. After they told me about the book I really couldn't wait to read it, and as I started reading it I couldn't … [Read more...]
Where to Get Valentines Gifts Made by Spoonies
Valentine's Day is just one of the many times you may need to find that perfect gift. What if you could not only find a great handmade gift but by doing so help support others with chronic illness? You can! Why waste money on mass produced junk that will likely not survive to July let alone next … [Read more...]
