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We all ask ourselves this from time to time, right? What am I, as a person, truly worth? I think it's something those of us with a chronic illness ask ourselves a lot more frequently, especially when those around us continue to place our value on what our bodies can do on any given day. [...]
It happened gradually. So gradually, that I didn’t even realise it was happening until I was unwittingly set free. Cages – used to keep animals and people controlled. These days you can find beautiful ornate bird cages, with intricate detailing so beautiful that you forget its original purpose. That’s the kind of cage I imagine [...]
Let’s talk about chronic pain. I mean, big whoop… Man up, right? NO! Let’s go for some empathy here… Ladies – imagine having bad period cramps all month long. Guys – imagine being kicked in the balls and being told that lingering pain is going to stick with you every day for the rest of [...]
Survival is an interesting thing. When faced with danger, do you fight, flight, or freeze? (Previously known as the fight or flight response.) I'd say that I freeze, but a very surprising few people actually say fight. We usually think we either flee or freeze. But you'd be surprised just how often we fight. My [...]
Today, I find myself at a crossroad. A year ago I started this blog with the genuine intention to help others in similar situations - to help them to feel less isolated. But also to help raise awareness for everyone else, to help them better understand the people in their lives suffering from chronic illnesses. [...]
Tonight I watched a movie on Netflix called 'Brain on Fire,' which is a movie based on a true story. A story that was written as a memoir by the girl herself. Now, don't get the wrong idea - this is not a movie review. This is about finding something that both terrified and intrigued [...]
Hi guys, I'm writing to you to let you know that, due to personal circumstances, I will be taking a short break from my blog. I started this blog to genuinely help people who have dealt with similar situations to me, and it breaks my heart to say that this situation is one of the [...]
We often hear about the symptoms of chronic illness and chronic pain. Muscle fatigue, muscle pain, joint pain, headaches, nausea, stomach & bowel disturbances, skin issues, chest pain, fatigue, malaise, and many many more. But what's often not mentioned is the emotional toll any chronic illness takes on every person who suffers. In particular, the [...]
Are you afraid of needles? Well, so am I. Not so much afraid of the needles themselves, but more of the pain they inflict when they're stabbed into your skin. Yes, I am a wuss when it comes to anything sharp and prickly. Especially when what's being injected happens to have it's own painful effect. [...]
"Are your migraines gone yet? Maybe you're just tense. "Oh your struggling with fatigue? Man I'm tired too, it's been a busy week!""Muscle pain? Probably from lack of exercise." "Have you tried NOT taking all those medications? Maybe they're the issue." "How are you... Are you better yet?""Are you depressed?" I hear a lot of [...]
