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Waiting With Fibromyalgia
Do you like to wait for things? Are you patient enough that having to wait doesn’t really bother you, or do you get frustrated when you have to wait, even a short time?
Waiting
I was thinking recently about all the waiting my illnesses have caused me to do. For starters, I wait to feel less pain in my day. I wake up in the morning stiff and sore and sometimes I have to wait to get out of…
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Positives In Pain
Living with a Chronic Illness can be life changing. Everything you knew or did before your illness changes, and life becomes. very different. Suddenly, you’re seeing doctors, attending medical appointments, taking medications, trying new therapies, all while living with pain, fatigue and various other symptoms.
Controlling Your Attitude
It’s easy to let this new life overwhelm you. A…
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It's Okay To Be Angry About Chronic Illness (I Am!)
It’s Okay To Be Angry About Chronic Illness (I Am!)
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I want to tackle a hard subject today…the emotions that surround living with a Chronic Illness. Every day, we survive the physical pain, but we don’t always talk about the emotional pain that comes with being ill. Let’s change that…
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Back In Business
I am back from taking a hiatus from writing and it feels good to be typing again. I needed the break as my health was really suffering, and then Covid-19 hit and put a damper on things as well.
It’s important for people with Chronic Illness to recognize when they need to step back from life and make some changes. Rest periods are important in our everyday life, but sometimes you need more…
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Taking A Hiatus (and this is not an April Fool's joke)
Taking A Hiatus (and this is not an April Fool’s joke)
Dear Readers,
I will be taking a short hiatus from blogging as I am dealing with some issues related to my Bipolar Disorder. I have been in a BD depression for several weeks now and have had some days so bad, I considered suicide.
The main issue is that I need to change my medications again as my current regiment has stopped working. I have been living with debilitating brain zaps that…
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All About Parkinson's Disease
All About Parkinson’s Disease
April is Parkinson’s Disease Month and I wanted to talk to you all briefly about this condition as part of my mandate to highlight “invisible diseases”.
Although there can be some visible signs when you have Parkinson’s Disease, it often starts out very subtle and hard to notice. A tremour in one hand might be the only outward sign in the beginning.
Here is an overview taken from the Mayo…
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IBS and Bowel Health with Fibromyalgia
This post was previously published on The Zebra Pit
Fibromyalgia is a multi-faceted disease that affects far more than just your muscles. One of the common conditions that Fibromites experience is problems with their bowels. IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome can be a stand alone disease, but is often found in those with Fibromyalgia.
Symptoms
When you have IBS, you can experience some or…
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How to Live Life Well with Fibromyalgia
Please enjoy this Guest Post by Dr. Brent Wells
Living life with fibromyalgia comes with its challenges. The pain, fatigue, and brain fog can feel defeating and difficult to deal with. However, just because you are living with this tricky condition, it does not mean you cannot live a wonderful healthy life at the same time.
While it may take a while to find a combination of things that…
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Let's Learn about D.I.S.H.
Let’s Learn about D.I.S.H.
Forestier’s Disease is a rare form of degenerative arthritis. More commonly known as diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH), this disease attacks the ligaments of the body and turns them to bone.
The process is caused by the buildup of calcium salts in the ligaments and tendons, creating abnormal new bone growth (ossification). Doctors are unsure what causes this process to occur, but…
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Dental Care and Chronic Illness
Dental Care and Chronic Illness
I am terrified of the dentist!!! I have a wonderful care provider who is gentle and kind but having to go see him, even for a cleaning, requires medication for anxiety. I was there recently for a cleaning, the right side one week and the left side the next
Here I am, high on Ativan, with my warm blankie and a bolster under my knees for comfort. You can see my look of trepidation!
And now to work!
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Domestic Violence - It Affects So Many
Domestic Violence – It Affects So Many
****Trigger Warning: This post contains depictions of violence against women.
I’m writing about a difficult and personal subject today. Domestic Violence is rampant in North America, and around the world and while I could write a full book on the subject, I want to address it in the context of my own personal story – that of a person who also lived with Chronic Pain.
The Story
I met…
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Going to the ER as a Chronic Illness Patient (and how to improve the Situation)
Going to the ER as a Chronic Illness Patient (and how to improve the Situation)
I want to talk about a subject that every person with Chronic Pain is familiar with and probably dreads…
Going to the Emergency Room
There are several reasons why people with Chronic Pain in particular hate going to the ER. Here are some of the top reasons that have been shared with me over the years.
1. Fear of Being Labelled a Drug Seeker
This is perhaps the top reason most people…
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Let's Learn About CBD and Cannabis
Let’s Learn About CBD and Cannabis
Today, I’m featuring a guest post by author Bojana Petkovic, Project Manager at Loud Cloud Health
CBD and Cannabis: How They Benefit Our Health and Society
The good news is that millions of researchers in the field of medicine, pharmacology, and biochemistry put a lot of effort into exploring cannabis and its main cannabinoids. Thanks to research, cannabis and its incredible benefits…
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The Health Benefits of Meditation for Children
The Health Benefits of Meditation for Children
Today, I’m sharing a Guest Post from my friends at Roots of Being. I hope you enjoy!
Meditation
Many adults often meditate for both mental and physical reasons, but what many don’t realize is that meditation can be very beneficial for kids as well. In fact, a study done by UCLA showed that meditation encourages children to overcome their fears and even works to improve their memory.
If…
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10 Tips to Improve Your Mental Health
10 Tips to Improve Your Mental Health
Previously posted on The Zebra Pit
Mental Health is a hot topic these days. More and more people are recognizing that they suffering in some way with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or other mental health issues.
Today I’d like to share 10 things that can help to improve your mental health. I hope you find these helpful.
1. Recognize There’s A Problem
The very first step to…
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Poetry for Invisible Illness
Poetry for Invisible Illness
All That Matters
It’s the Little Things That Matter
They’re the things that mean a lot
They’re the things that I can count on
When I’m giving things a thought
Oh there’s lots of big grand gestures
That are meant to mean big things
But in the end, they aren’t the ones
That tug at my heartstrings
I prefer the smaller hidden ones
The things that seem quite shy
The little acts that are given out
Not meant to…
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Pet Therapy for Chronic Illness
Pet Therapy for Chronic Illness
Previously posted on The Zebra Pit
Fibromyalgia can be a lonely disease. Staying connected with friends and family becomes difficult when chronic pain and fatigue make it hard to get out and about like you used to. Sometimes, having a pet can make all the difference in the world!
Not only will a furry friend give you some companionship, but it turns out that pet therapy can actually be a…
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