It's not always easy to find strength in the bad days. You already feel overwhelmed and are struggling to just get through. This idea of staying strong is a bit over-rated sometimes, and sometimes the best thing we can do is allow ourselves to just rest. Let someone else be strong. The more … [Read more...]
6 Things to focus on in uncertain times
We are in the midst of uncertain times, probably the most uncertain times most of us have ever lived through. It feels as if the world is collectively holding its breath as we we creep through the month of April, in hopes that things might return to normal sometime soon. Times are definitely … [Read more...]
Chronic illness does not mean you are a failure: You are a success story
Chronic Illness does not mean you are failure Originally published on Prohealth Inspiration Corner There are many ways to gauge success. My view of success has always been a little different than most. Perhaps it’s because of how I was raised, or perhaps it’s just something in how I see the … [Read more...]
You Can Change Your Mind
-Originally published on ProHealth Inspiration Corner When it comes to chronic illness there's a lot we don't have control over, and it's often that lack of control that leaves us feeling so much worse than we could. We are hurting and fatigued, we may not be able to move the way we used to, and … [Read more...]
How can you be positive when you live with chronic pain?
This post was originally published on Prohealth.com Recently I saw a meme on Facebook asking the question: "How can you be positive when you live with chronic pain?" There was a time when I would have totally agreed with that sentiment, but no more. These days I know that whether I feel positive … [Read more...]
Fibromyalgia and Loneliness (A study)
As I was reading for my Personality Psych class I came across a section on loneliness, and how there is a correlation between loneliness and illness (simple things like colds and flus). In one study people opted to be exposed to a virus and found that those who reported stronger bonds with … [Read more...]
10 beliefs to help you overcome negativity
Negativity often overwhelms me. I see it everywhere, I hear it everywhere. I try to avoid it as much as possible. I don't watch or listen to talking heads or news programs, I avoid people that are stuck in the negative rut. But, sometimes it can't be avoided. Sometimes, the place I hear the most … [Read more...]
Time to stop surviving
I died at the age of 34. I was dead for three years but no one buried me. I'm thankful for that, because at the age of 37 I came back to life. Too often we spend our lives just surviving, just waiting for tomorrow. It's time to stop surviving and start living. My friend Jessica over at … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Staying Positive Despite Chronic Illness
5 Tips for Staying Positive Despite Chronic Illness When you live with chronic illness, life can be rough and it can be very difficult to remain positive. The little things often drag us down, we focus inward, and we forget to notice the small joys in life, while the small (and large) negatives … [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...]
