If I had a nickel for every time I've heard (or said) that stress impacts the symptoms of fibromylagia, I'd be rich. I'm pretty sure that those of us who live with fibromyalgia already know that stress effects the symptoms of fibromyalgia. But, often research exists just to prove the obvious. This … [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...]
AromaFloria Muscle Soak Bath & Body Collection
Bathtime is part of my bedtime ritual. When I skip my bath I don't fall asleep as easily or sleep as well. Often, I'll try to skip it if we stay out too late but it never works out well for me. I, at least, pour a couple of cups of Epsom salt into my bath to help my muscles relax. Sometimes I'll … [Read more...]
The Flare Survival Kit
Flares are rare for me, these days, and usually when they occur they don't last more than a day. I believe that has a lot to do with learning to accept the flares when they come, and give them room. When I'm in a flare, I don't leave my PJs, I don't shower and I don't work. I do, however, rest, … [Read more...]
A Relaxing Recipe with Village Naturals
Perhaps the worst thing about traveling is that I don't get my nightly bath. Ever since the day (shortly after my Fibro diagnosis) that a therapist at my chiropractor told me about taking a bath in epson salts it has been part of my daily (or rather nightly) routine. The magnesium in epson salts is … [Read more...]
How long is a minute
*originally published on ProHealth.com How long is a minute? When we think about a minute we know it's not very long but in our world of instant everything it's become an eternity. I can remember when it would take several minutes for a single webpage to load, you could bring up a page go to the … [Read more...]
Water-based physical therapy
Water-based physical therapy In the past I've been encouraged to do aqua aerobics or even to just go walk in a pool regularly to help improve problems in my hips. In the past I have done just that and found it very beneficial. So when Nurse Practitioner Tim referred me for water-based … [Read more...]
