I can be a bit of a workaholic. Add to that that my brain works under entrepreneur guidelines and that can be really bad. If you don't know what I mean by that last bit, there's a joke that says something like "entrepreneurs are the only people who will work 80 hours a week to avoid working 40". … [Read more...]
Tips and Tricks
These posts share various tips and tricks I have found for dealing with life as I live it, whether it's related to Fibromyalgia, diet, juicing, treatment, or just life, in general.
Counting My Spoons – Ask Me Anything
Every so often I put out a call on Facebook to Ask Me Anything. Below are some of the questions and my answers. Do you live in a state that has legalized medical marijuana and if so have you tried it? Unfortunately, I do not live in a state that has legalized medical (or any) marijuana. … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Driving with Chronic Pain
It seems that driving is often a common issue for those of us with the chronic pain of Fibromyalgia. For me it's a combination of the strain on my shoulders and neck from my TMJ as well as strain on my leg and hip from having to reach for the gas/brake peddle. Back in 2010 when I first began … [Read more...]
9 Changes you can make to feel better this year
Whether it's January 1 or the middle of the year, it's never too late to start making changes. These 9 changes can help you feel better this year. While people often pick January 1 as the time to make a "clean" start, with a diet or a cleanse, to start a new health routine, or to take up a new … [Read more...]
10 Ways to reduce stress related to chronic illness
When we have a lot going on in life, things get stressful. Even if the busyness is enjoyable it can still lead to stress. And, when you live with chronic illness the last thing you need is additional stress. So, it's important that we find ways to reduce stress as much as possible. 11 Ways to … [Read more...]
An extra Brain Boost to improve focus
One of the issues with fibromyalgia is that even when you have it under control, the smallest thing can knock you back onto the struggle bus. That's what happened with me this winter. I went from feeling great to fighting stomach issues that stole my energy and focus. Last fall … [Read more...]
6 Tips for dealing with light sensitivity
I am really sensitive to light, especially certain types of light...ok, never mind... all types of light. While living in my house (before I sold it), I struggled to find a way to light my living room that didn't aggravate that light sensitivity and set off migraines. Moving into an RV … [Read more...]
Chronic Illness Products that I can’t be without
Over the years I've tried so many things to help make life easier with various chronic illnesses. Some items were sent to me for review by the companies, others I found on my own, others still were recommended by friends and family. Most things that I've tried I end up using for a short time then … [Read more...]
Gadgets that Make My Life with Chronic Illness Easier
I always find it interesting to read different lists of gadgets that other bloggers share. We each have different circumstances so we find different things useful and often in reading their list I find a new gadget that might help make my life a little easier as well. Over the years, I've come … [Read more...]
Magnesium for Fibromyalgia
Magnesium for Fibromyalgia Some of the earliest recommendations that I received for Fibromyalgia involved magnesium. A friend suggested epson salt baths and my chiropractor suggested taking magnesium supplements. Since those early days, I've read many studies that confirm that most of us with … [Read more...]
