Chronic illness sucks, and more often than not there is little we can do to make our lives better. All we have are the small things, a comfy blanket, warm slippers, Netflix. But, the reality is that there are some big things that we can do (often) to help improve our lives both in the short-term and … [Read more...]
Fibromyalgia and the Importance of Forgiveness
Fibromyalgia and Forgiveness You may not think that forgiveness (or holding a grudge) would play a role in fibromyalgia, but as with all negative emotions it can play a huge role in the symptoms you experience. Holding a grudge is the opposite of forgiveness. Along with that grudge comes the … [Read more...]
10 things that are making you feel worse
When you live with chronic illness it's not always the physical actions that make you feel worse. It's not all about what you eat or don't eat, or whether you exercise, or take your meds. Often, the interactions and emotions you allow in your life can do just as much to leave you feeling just as bad … [Read more...]
Why Letting Go is the Best Thing You Can Do For Yourself
Why ‘letting go’ is the best thing You Can Do For Yourself guest post by Audrey Throne You may feel that holding grudges, anger or resentment is natural, but have you ever considered the toll it takes on you? In a 1988 Gallup poll, it was found that almost 94 percent Americans recognize the … [Read more...]
Sunday Inspiration: It’s Not All About You
Each week I enjoy sharing some of the blogs that have really caught my attention and inspired me in some way or another." Everyone you meet on the street or are extremely close to is battling something you may have no idea about. Often times I find myself worrying why a friend or family … [Read more...]
Sunday Inspiration: Illness, Acceptance & Forgiveness
This week I've really been trying to focus on my Mantras: "Let it Go" and "Whatever is Is" and I think it's been helping me avoid getting stuck on the little things. There have been a few posts across the web this week that have inspired me and I want to share those with you in hopes that you will … [Read more...]
The Advantage of Fibro Fog: It’s hard to hold a grudge
Fibro Fog is one of the most annoying symptoms we deal with. It's frustrating beyond all belief! But, today I realized there is one HUGE upside to "the Fog" - we forget a lot of bad things, too. It's so much easier to forgive and forget and move-on, when your memory just isn't there to start … [Read more...]
What To Do When Your Plan Fails?
Write a New Plan! At least that's my answer.I've posted recently about my new plan to work on pacing and also actually keep up with house cleaning. I'd worked out a system using Remember the Milk to help me keep track of all that needed to be done and mark it off as it was done. Knowing that there … [Read more...]
