2020-10-14 09:00
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… Read More
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A personal blog about Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, Chronic Fatigue and Invisible Illness.
2020-10-07 09:00
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… Read More
2020-08-20 22:00
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 we… Read More
2020-04-01 09:00
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… Read More
2020-03-28 09:00
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… Read More
2020-03-18 09:00
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 expe… Read More
2020-03-11 09:00
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. Ho… Read More
2020-03-04 10:00
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 bod… Read More
2020-02-26 10:00
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… Read More
2020-02-19 10:00
****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 Americ… Read More
2020-02-05 10:00
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 Ch… Read More
2020-01-29 10:00
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 goo… Read More
2020-01-22 10:00
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… Read More
2020-01-15 10:00
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… Read More
2020-01-09 20:22
All That Matters
It’s the Little Things That MatterThey’re the things that mean a lotThey’re the things that I can count onWhen I’m giving things a thought
Oh there… Read More
2020-01-08 10:00
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… Read More
2020-01-01 17:14
Previously posted on The Zebra Pit
Let’s start the New Year with a review of 10 Symptoms you may experience with Fibromyalgia.
Fibromyalgia is a tricky condition to live with as… Read More
2019-12-26 10:00
Previously posted on The Zebra Pit
When I wrote my post An Attitude of Gratitude, I received a lot of good comments on it, both those left with the post and in other formats. I meant ever… Read More
2019-12-21 17:08
Revised from last year, I thought it was a good time to share my favourite Christmas quotes!
In the Spirit of the Season, here are 50 Christmas quotes to help bring good cheer to your hea… Read More
2019-12-18 10:00
Thoughts
As we enter the Season of Miracles, I wanted to write today about something that’s been on my heart. Joy and Miracles and hope for the future.
There is so much hope… Read More
2019-12-09 10:00
As December makes it’s appearance, it’s time to start thinking about the coming Holidays. Hannukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Year’s Eve are the major celebrations for thi… Read More
2019-12-04 10:00
Fibromyalgia is a complex condition that affects millions of people around the world. There are many questions that people ask when they first find out they have Fibro, and I thought I&rsquo&hell…Read More
2019-11-29 10:00
Living with Chronic Pain is never easy. You’re desperate for the pain to end, but most doctors are unprepared in helping you live with Chronic Pain. They seem to be limited to treatmen… Read More
2019-11-25 10:00
The Problem of Loneliness
Chronic pain and Invisible Illness are difficult conditions to live with and can lead to social withdrawal and loneliness. When you get sick, not only do you ha… Read More
2019-11-21 10:00
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2019-11-17 10:00
Living With Chronic Illness
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Living with a Chronic Il… Read More
2019-11-11 10:00
I want to talk about Pain today. Physical pain is something that most people can say they’ve experienced at some point in their lives and it’s something that feels different for… Read More
2019-11-07 10:00
November is Good Nutrition Month so I’d like to share some information with you to help make it your healthiest month ever! Let’s start with a definition:
nu·tri·&hell…Read More
2019-11-03 10:00
Living with Chronic Illness is an act of bravery. When each of your days is spent in pain and discomfort, it takes a lot of courage to keep going. I want to talk about hope…how to hav… Read More
2019-10-28 09:00
Today we meet my final guest for Interview October, the wonderful Elisa Austin. Please join me in welcoming her!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
I am a 50 year o… Read More
2019-10-25 09:00
I have another great interview to share with you today…please meet Shantay Marsh Thompson!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
My name is Shantay Marsh Thomp… Read More
2019-10-22 09:00
I’m excited to share my next guest’s story with you…please meet Jennifer Van Haitsma!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
Hi! My name is Jennifer… Read More
2019-10-19 09:00
It’s time to meet my next guest, the lovely Jamie Hyatt. Enjoy her story!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
I was born blind in one eye and with a cond… Read More
2019-10-16 09:00
I’m delighted to introduce my next guest to you. This is Jenny Jones and here is her story:
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
I’m Jenny and I share my… Read More
2019-10-13 09:00
My next guest is the amazing Sam Moss from Australia. She has a fascinating story so I hope you enjoy reading about her!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
Hi, I&rs&hell…Read More
2019-10-10 09:00
It’s time to introduce my next guest, the vibrant Miss Aleisha Crabb. I’m delighted to share her story here!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
My name… Read More
2019-10-07 09:00
It’s time to meet my next guest, the fabulous Keiran Potter! I’m excited about what he has to share!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
Hello, my name i… Read More
2019-10-04 09:00
I’m pleased to announce that Melissa Temple is my next guest for Interview October. Let’s read what this lovely lady has to say:
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you… Read More
2019-10-01 09:00
It’s time for the annual series I run on There Is Always Hope called Interview October. I have spent time asking questions about health conditions that these amazing people are living… Read More
2019-09-26 09:00
Fibromyalgia is a condition that consists of widespread muscle pain, cognitive failures and fatigue. Because there is no standard blood test or other medical test to identify Fibro, doctors… Read More
2019-09-21 09:00
I want to talk about a difficult subject today…Chronic Pain and Addictions. When you live with Chronic Pain, you can find yourself spiraling in a dark hole. Sometimes depression becom… Read More
2019-09-16 09:00
I am featuring another guest post from my friends at MadebyHemp.com. This article first appeared on their website.
2018 was the year we saw a strong surge of mental health awareness. The pu… Read More
2019-09-11 09:00
What does the word meditation mean to you? When you hear it, what is the first thing you think of? Someone sitting with their legs crossed, going “ommmmm”? Someone doing yo… Read More
2019-09-06 09:00
I’m pleased to feature this guest post by Kunal Patel, who works with a brand called Copper Defence.
Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by musculoskeletal pain all over the body… Read More
2019-09-02 09:00
Today I’m featuring an article by Guest Author Nicole Ross Rollender. Her bio is at the bottom of the page. She’s written an excellent post about Omega-3s and Omega-6s and h… Read More
2019-08-28 09:00
I have been blogging for a couple of years now and recently someone asked me “why do you blog? What do you get out of it?”
It was a good question, so I thought I’d write a… Read More
2019-08-23 09:00
When you live with Chronic Pain, you often find yourself juggling various mood swings. It’s hard to stay positive when you’re in pain all the time, so here are some quotes to hel… Read More
2019-08-19 09:00
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When you live with Chronic Pain, everything you do becomes a new challenge… Read More
2019-08-14 09:00
Today’s post is from Guest Author Amanda Lasater. She’s bringing us information on important Lifestyle changes that can help improve your overall health.
For those of us sufferin… Read More
2019-08-09 09:00
There has been much talk about the use of Cannabis for treating Fibromyalgia and other Invisible Illnesses. I recently featured John Martinez from Axon who wrote about using CBD Oil for trea… Read More
2019-08-04 09:00
If you live with Chronic Pain, or know someone who does, you probably know that there’s a lot that is missing from life. Chronic Pain is a thief – it takes from so many areas of… Read More
2019-07-30 07:00
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Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay
The Beginning
I want to… Read More
2019-07-25 09:00
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In 2016, an estimated 20.4% of U.S. adults had Chronic Pain and in Canada, the numbers say approxim… Read More
2019-07-20 09:00
Today’s post is from my dear friend Michelle at the Zebra Pit. She’s sharing information about Myofascial Therapies and how they relieve the symptoms of Fibromyalgia. Read on!
F… Read More
2019-07-15 09:00
The Problem of Loneliness
Chronic pain and Invisible Illness are difficult conditions to live with and can lead to social withdrawal and loneliness. When you get sick, not only do you have t… Read More
2019-07-10 09:00
Today I am featuring an article that first appeared on MadebyHemp.com, with their permission.
Health and Wellness Trends
This year has been a year when most of the world focused on hea… Read More
2019-07-05 09:00
Some of the most creative people in the world live with Chronic Pain or some type of health challenge. I know, because I’ve gathered a bunch of them together to showcase their talents… Read More
2019-07-01 09:00
The only thing better than an inspirational quote is an inspirational quote about things you should never do. You should never judge a book by its cover. You should never count y… Read More
2019-06-26 09:00
If you live with Chronic Pain or an Invisible Illness, has someone ever said to you “I’ll pray for you” or “You’re in my prayers”? What does that m… Read More
2019-06-23 09:00
Writing this blog brings me a whole lot of satisfaction – I love knowing I’m reaching others, sharing information about Chronic Pain and Invisible Illness and helping others as t… Read More
2019-06-19 12:06
For those with “invisible” illness, it’s difficult to find a doctor who believes you’re sick – not just depressed, not just anxious, not jus… Read More
2019-06-15 09:00
Fibromyalgia is a condition that affects millions of people in North America. While typically thought of as an “everyday person”s condition, there are a number of celebrities who… Read More
2019-06-09 10:07
If you ask someone how they slept last night, chances are you’ll get one of two answers – “fantastic” or “not at all”. It seems like a lot of people have… Read More
2019-06-08 15:01
Linda G Hill is a great blogger who has a lot of fun with her readers. Every year, she does a new Badge Creation for her One Liner Wednesday series. I’ve decided to enter this year sin… Read More
2019-06-05 09:00
From time to time, I like to share quotes that I think are beautiful, to help inspire my readers or just make you think. Here are 25 of the most inspirational quotes I’ve found lately… Read More
2019-05-31 09:00
For many years now, people with Fibromyalgia have been left in the dark when it comes to having a definitive test for the disease. The only reliable way to make a diagnosis currently is by l… Read More
2019-05-26 09:00
Having Fibromyalgia, or any Invisible Illness is hard to live with. People can’t see your pain like they can with other conditions, and we often have to put up with the platitudes of … Read More
2019-05-20 15:52
Fibromyalgia is a difficult condition to treat because no one seems to present with the same set of symptoms. Every person describes their pain in different ways (aching, throbbing, burning)… Read More
2019-05-13 12:03
If you’ve read my blog before, you know that I live with Chronic Pain and Chronic Fatigue. My pain comes from Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis in all my major joints, Myofascial Pain, a co… Read More
2019-05-12 07:54
Fibromyalgia is a Chronic Pain disorder that affects millions of North Americans and others around the world. People who live with this condition experience widespread pain throughout their… Read More
2019-05-07 09:00
When you live with Chronic Pain and Chronic Fatigue, travelling for business and/or pleasure can become a real challenge. In the course of my volunteer work, I sit on 4 different committees… Read More
2019-05-04 09:00
If you are a patient with Fibromyalgia or another Invisible Illness, chances are you’ve felt depressed at some point. Depression is prominent in fibromyalgia patients with the risk of… Read More
2019-04-30 09:00
Readers, thank you for checking out our final Interviewee – the fabulous Terri Sutula.
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
Hi, I’m Terri Sutula, and I… Read More
2019-04-26 09:00
It’s time to meet my next guest, the wonderful Jennifer Purrvis!
Introduce Yourself and tell us a bit about you….
My name is Jen. I grew up in the Houston area but live in Well… Read More
2019-04-21 09:00
It’s time for our next guest, the delightful Jill Goodpasture!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
My name is Jill Goodpasture aka Fibroscoop. I have been writing m… Read More
2019-04-16 09:00
Let’s welcome our next guest, the adorable Amber Blackburn!
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
Hi y’all! My name is Amber Blackburn, I am 33 (almost 34) and… Read More
2019-04-11 09:00
It’s time to meet our next guest, the wonderful Sharon Saylor. I’ve had the pleasure of being a guest on Sharon’s show and she’s delightful. Let’s hear more:
I… Read More
2019-04-11 09:00
It’s time to meet our next guest, the wonderful Sharon Sayler. I’ve had the pleasure of being a guest on Sharon’s show and she’s delightful. Let’s hear more:
I… Read More
2019-04-06 09:00
Let’s meet our next Guest (with the gorgeous smile), Ellie Trinowski, and find out more about her:
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
My name is Ellie Trinowski, a… Read More
2019-04-01 09:00
Welcome to Interview April and my first Guest, Christalle Bodiford. Let’s find out all about this lovely young woman:
Introduce yourself and tell us a bit about you…
My n… Read More
2019-03-29 16:03
Fibromyalgia and Pet Therapy
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 abou… Read More
2019-03-25 09:00
One of the many conditions I live with is called Gastroparesis. Gastroparesis means paralysis of the muscles of the stomach. Gastroparesis results in delayed emptying of… Read More
2019-03-19 09:00
I’m tackling a tough topic again today – intimacy when you live with Chronic Pain. If you remember the Cheap Trick song, it’s been on my mind lately:
I want you to want me… Read More
2019-03-16 09:00
“Happiness is like a butterfly; the more you chase it, the more it will elude you. But if you turn you attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder.”… Read More
2019-03-11 09:00
Let’s welcome back John Martinez as my Guest Blogger today. John brought us information about using eyewear to help with migraines, and today, he’s talking about CBD Oil to help… Read More
2019-03-09 10:00
New Series
I’m starting a new series called the Saturday Inspirational For Fibromyalgia. Each week, I’ll be posting something inspirational on Saturday to help raise our spirits… Read More
2019-03-06 10:00
If you are going through a hard time right now, I want to give you 50 good reasons why you need to be strong and why you need to stick around.
You are a soul worth having on this earth
Long… Read More
2019-03-01 10:00
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so today I present to you what it means to have Chronic Pain, in meme format:
There is always hop… Read More
2019-02-25 10:00
Ah, communication. What a tricky thing you are.
When you’re a person living with Chronic Pain (PwCP), you get asked the same question quite frequently.
How are you?
And my standard re… Read More
2019-02-21 10:00
I have Bipolar Disorder and have talked about it before on my blog. It’s not something I hide but I don’t really discuss it much either so I thought I’d share a bit more ab… Read More
2019-02-17 10:00
Having a chronic illness like Fibromyalgia can be a very isolating experience. Many of us used to work and found a lot of our social life revolved around our jobs, whether it was getting tog… Read More
2019-02-11 21:31
It seems like all of us are looking for more joy in our lives. Appreciation is one of the easiest ways to feel better right away. No matter what is going on in your life, you can always find… Read More
2019-02-08 10:00
When you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic illness, you may feel as if you’ve lost control over your future. The stress of learning to deal with doctors and specialists, coping wi… Read More
2019-02-04 10:00
The shortest month it seems to me
the one that goes by so quickly
Is often dark and gloomy…wet
Winter-ish, not quite Spring yet
My hummingbirds return to feed
I give them all the fo… Read More
2019-01-30 10:00
One of the hardest parts of living with an Invisible Illness such as Fibromyalgia, MS, Ehlers Danlos, etc. is that you quite often look just fine on the outside, while your insides are screa… Read More
2019-01-25 10:00
I’ve been thinking lately of how lucky I am that despite the fact I live with Chronic Pain, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and Invisible Illnesses, I’m actually quite hea… Read More
2019-01-22 10:00
Today’s post is from Guest Author John Martinez. John is a writer from California who sufferers from chronic headaches and occasional migraines. He works for Axon Optics, showin… Read More
2019-01-17 10:00
Chronic Pain can be so debilitating that you may sometimes wish for an end to it all. Although I will touch on assisted suicide in this post, it’s also never too early to have your pl… Read More
2019-01-13 10:00
If you read my last post, you know that I live with a number of health issues, and have for many years. What I didn’t talk about was a more recent issue that has come up involving a bu… Read More
2019-01-09 11:00
I thought I’d start out the year with a refresher course on the conditions I live with and how blogging has had such an impact in my life. Because of my blogging, I have had chances to… Read More
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