This post includes affiliate links, please see my disclosure policy for more details. One of my most popular posts ever is about managing fibromyalgia with heat and humidity. I felt eminently qualified to write that post because I basically live on the sun (if the sun had 99% humidity). I’ve never before written a post…Continue reading 9 things to help you cope with winter and chronic illness
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7 tips for reducing stress when you live with chronic pain
Living with chronic pain causes stress, thanks to the “just get over it,” attitude put forth by doctors and politicians. Of course, it’s never that easy. Living with chronic pain has long term side effects that we often don’t discuss. One thing that most people don’t realize about living with chronic pain is how stressful it…Continue reading 7 tips for reducing stress when you live with chronic pain
9 things people with chronic illness don’t have time for
One of the most aggravating part of living with a chronic illness is navigating other people’s expectations and opinions. It’s incredibly draining and can actually make chronic illness worse. I came out with a blog post called shit I don’t have time for a few years ago, but I felt like it was time for…Continue reading 9 things people with chronic illness don’t have time for
How to survive a chronic illness flare up
Living with the unpredictability of chronic illness is incredibly stressful and the possibility of a chronic illness flare adds to that stress. You never know how you’re going to feel on a certain day. You have a tiny bit of control of your health through pacing, sleeping right, and eating right, but for the most…Continue reading How to survive a chronic illness flare up
To the person with chronic illness who feels like they’re never good enough
The feeling of being never good enough sneaks up on you. I know it feels like no one thinks about you, the quiet person in the corner who just looks a little tired. No one notices how hard you try or how much effort you put into pretending you’re okay. They don’t notice that you’re…Continue reading To the person with chronic illness who feels like they’re never good enough
What to do when you’re tired of being in pain
I’m tired of pain. I’ve been in a funk lately. There’s no particular reason why. Nothing especially bad has happened and nothing drastic has changed in my life, but I’ve been in a mood. I don’t want to do anything, and I just lack the motivation to get going. I’m not staying home and being…Continue reading What to do when you’re tired of being in pain
8 simple ways to temporarily distract yourself from chronic pain
Sometimes chronic pain just won’t go away and you need a way to distract yourself from it. Here are a few options that may bring you temporary relief: A relaxing salt bath A bath can be wonderfully relaxing, especially when you are in pain. I like to lock myself in the bathroom so no one…Continue reading 8 simple ways to temporarily distract yourself from chronic pain
5 ways to make mornings with chronic illness easier
Getting out of bed every morning when you have a chronic illness can be a daunting task and we’d all love anything to make mornings with chronic illness easier. Healthy people often wake up at least feeling a little more rested than they did the night before, but when you have a chronic illness you…Continue reading 5 ways to make mornings with chronic illness easier
6 tips for making your room comfortable when you’re stuck in bed
There’s nothing worse than being sick and stuck in bed. You’d much rather be out and about doing things and living your life, but your chronic illness has other ideas. It can be hard not to get depressed, and while there are no easy answers, here are a few tips to help you out next…Continue reading 6 tips for making your room comfortable when you’re stuck in bed
Courage Is Silent: The quiet strength of people with chronic illness
Having courage is an integral part of living a life with chronic illness, yet it’s often overlooked by healthy people. Inspiration porn hides and misshapes the courage of people with chronic illness Inspiration porn is so ingrained in our society most people don’t even realize it. It’s something that people with disabilities and illnesses…Continue reading Courage Is Silent: The quiet strength of people with chronic illness