In this fibromyalgia story, we hear about the effects this misunderstood condition has had on Diana Neill.
Category Archives: Chronic Illness and Pain
How To Share Your Endometriosis Story
Share your endometriosis story on The Disabled Diva Blog. Sharing your experience helps the newly diagnosed and raises awareness.
Fibromyalgia Patient Lynne Said Shares Her Story Of Change
Fibromyalgia patient Lynne Said shares her story of change. How her diagnosis forced her to change careers and more.
What Is A Spoonie? An Explanation Of This Popular Chronic Illness Theory
What is a spoonie and why it is such a popular way of explaining what it is like to live with a painful and debilitating chronic illness.
How To Share Your Psoriatic Arthritis Story
Share your psoriatic arthritis story on The Disabled Diva Blog. Sharing your experience helps the newly diagnosed and raises awareness.
How To Share Your Fibromyalgia Story
Help raise awareness by sharing your fibromyalgia story. Why share your fibromyalgia story?Sharing your experience helps others feel less alone. It gives the newly diagnosed an idea of what to expect. Your story raises awareness and lends a voice to those who struggle to explain what life with fibromyalgia is like. Sharing your story alsoContinue reading “How To Share Your Fibromyalgia Story”
10 Easy And Cheap DIY Chronic Illness Bathroom Makeover Ideas
DIY chronic illness bathroom makeover ideas that are cheap and easy! Here are 10 hacks that make my chronic life less painful.
Why It Is Wrong to Judge Someone with Chronic Illness by How They Look
How many times has somebody judged the severity of your chronic illness by your appearance? What about observing you perform one activity or task without issue? These unfair judgments can lead to loss or denial of disability benefits. They can also be the reason your health insurance refuses to pay towards accessibility aids needed toContinue reading “Why It Is Wrong to Judge Someone with Chronic Illness by How They Look”
A Peek Into My “On-The-Go” Chronic Pain Relief Bag
Before you plan your next vacation or outing, take a peek into my on the go chronic pain relief bag. These items allow me to stay out longer!
How A Passive Exercise Machine Reduces My Worst Chronic Pain
Who would have thought that a passive exercise machine could relieve chronic pain? Here is one device that should be considered!
3 Ways I Cope With Chronic Illness Stress-Related Flares
The Disabled Diva defines what chronic illness stress-related flares are and shares how she copes with each type.
Top 5 Affordable Bras For Fibromyalgia And Chronic Rib Pain
Bras for fibromyalgia and chronic rib pain don’t have to be expensive. Here are 5 brands that are as affordable as comfortable.
Road Tripping with Psoriatic Arthritis: Keeping My Neck and Spine Happy
Road trips can be a real pain in the neck and back when you have psoriatic arthritis! How I dealt with it on my last getaway!
Chronic Illness Life Lies I Tell Myself
I should be doing more and other lies I tell myself. Life with chronic illness is filled with lies that do us more harm than good.
The Disabled Diva’s Top 3 Favorite Alternative Fibromyalgia Treatments
The Disabled Diva shares her top 3 favorite alternative fibromyalgia treatments. And the favorites of her fellow bloggers too!
New Year, New Me? Another Year With Psoriatic Arthritis.
Another year with psoriatic arthritis. Why this year will be different than the past 21 and what I am looking forward to.
Where To Find Active Chronic Illness Community Support Groups Online
A list of chronic illness community support groups. Includes general and specific diseases such as fibromyalgia, autoimmune, arthritis, etc.
My Most Popular Chronic Illness Blog Posts Of 2021
The Disabled Diva shares her most popular blog posts of 2021. Fibromyalgia, autoimmune arthritis, and pain relief.
The Disabled Diva 2022 Chronic Pain and Illness Monthly Updates
Updated monthly, The Disabled Diva shares her chronic pain and illness life. What worked, what failed, pain levels, and activities.
Top 5 Ways A Weighted Blanket Helps Reduce Fibromyalgia Symptoms
Top 5 ways that a weighted blanket helps The Disabled Diva reduce fibromyalgia symptoms.