Between the false hope, my doctors issued and the pressure from friends and family to get better, making changes to how I lived never crossed my mind. But it should have and here is why:
Category Archives: Chronic Illness and Pain
Fibro Farts
You may have heard of fibro fog, but what about fibro farts? That’s right friends! We have yet another “F” word to contend with!
Telling me that it could be worse won’t make me feel better
The words “it could be worse” are often shared as a way to offer comfort to someone going through a painful time, but they could do more harm than good. Discover alternative phrases that offer encouragement and compassion.
One PEMF Device, Two Years, Tons of Pain Relief!
How two years of pemf therapy with Oska Pulse improved my daily pain levels from fibromyalgia, arthritis, and inflammation.
The Disabled Diva’s Blog Weekend Recap Feb 18-22, 2019
The Disabled Diva Blog Feb 18, 2019 Recap. Cinematic Calisthenics. leg cramps from fibromyalgia, and two product reviews!
Four ways I prevent leg cramps
How I prevent leg cramps from fibromyalgia and restless leg syndrome from disturbing my slumber!
The Disabled Diva’s Review of Earthley Good Night Lotion
If you suffer from leg cramps or restless leg syndrome you need to read my review of Good Night Lotion. Are you ready for a good night’s sleep?
The Disabled Diva’s Review of Earthley Soothing Skin Balm
My review of Earthley’s soothing skin balm for eczema.
Give your love the best Valentine’s day gift ever!
Want to give your Valentine a gift they will cherish and use forever?! Forget lingerie or jewelry! This year purchase something that you and they can appreciate and benefit from. Give them and yourself the gift of pain relief!
Weekend Recap February 4-8, 2019
Here is a rundown of this week’s articles! Read what you missed and share what you liked! Love is Stupid In this article, Donna helps us overcome our insecurities and to recognize that we are worthy of being loved. Click here to read. *Disclosure: This post includes affiliate links. Meaning that at no additional costContinue reading “Weekend Recap February 4-8, 2019”
Why a Diagnosis is a Reason to Celebrate!
Nobody wants to be chronically ill, but when living with unexplained pain and symptoms, receiving a diagnosis is a reason to celebrate. Find out why a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, autoimmune arthritis, and endometriosis were reasons for celebrating!
I Don’t Believe in That Disease
What happens when your doctor does not believe in your chronic illness diagnosis? Find out how they waste your time and money by running duplicate and unnecessary tests. Plus how they put your health at risk by dismissing you.
Love Yourself Enough to Schedule a Rest Day
The chronically ill are no strangers to downtime, yet the idea of scheduling a rest day feels like a luxury we do not deserve. Here is why we not only deserve rest days but why they are necessary!
Life may be tough, but so are you!
I know that there are times when you don’t feel tough. I also know that there are days when you truly lack physical strength, but that doesn’t mean that you aren’t tough.
5 Benefits of Walking Indoors
Before greatly reducing my daily chronic pain level, I worried about how far or long I could be away from home. Then I learned the benefits of walking indoors! *Disclosure: This post includes affiliate links. Meaning that at no additional cost to you, I receive a commission when you make a purchase through my links.Continue reading “5 Benefits of Walking Indoors”
September is Pain Awareness Month
Throughout Chronic Pain Awareness month, I will be sharing different ways to reduce your chronic pain. In this article I share how you can reduce your pain while helping others with fibromyalgia and chronic pain.
Cinematic Calisthenics: An Indoor Workout Than Anyone Can Do
We took the drinking game where everyone drinks when certain words are spoken during a movie and turned it into a healthy game that the entire family, even the chronically ill, can play!
Retiring My Wheelchair
That’s it!! I am done!! Just because I have a chronic illness, it doesn’t mean that I have to let people push me around.
Men with Fibromyalgia?
Did you know that women aren’t the only ones who suffer from fibromyalgia? I will be honest, until a few years ago I never thought of men having this condition. It’s not that I thought men couldn’t have it, but that I didn’t hear of men having it. In fact until a year ago IContinue reading “Men with Fibromyalgia?”
Different Ways to Treat Fibromyalgia
There is no one way to treat fibromyalgia. Learn how some top bloggers effectively combat their chronic pain and if it could help you!