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How living with a chronic illness prepared me for writing a novel

How living with a chronic illness prepared me for writing a novel
“Do you know how you’ll feel tomorrow?” my therapist asked. “No,” I said. Living with chronic fatigue syndrome was unpredictable. Sometimes I could stay up all night partying with my friends. Other days I could barely get out of bed to take a shower.  I was thirteen when I was diagnosed and spent my high…
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The problem with the “magic bullet” cure

The problem with the “magic bullet” cure
You and I both know there’s no magic pill for chronic pain or chronic fatigue. Yet, even when we’re ready to try complementary or alternative therapies, it can be hard to move away from how we expect medication to work.  When I got strep throat as a kid, I went to the doctor, got an…
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Best books on health and healing for chronic illness

Best books on health and healing for chronic illness
“We read to know we're not alone.” ― William Nicholson Reading the stories of people who have suffered from chronic illness and found a way to thrive or recover always inspire me. Reading healing books were also immensely helpful to me in my own recovery journey. While visiting a doctor or holistic therapist, we are often bound…
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Yoga and Chronic Illness: Choose a Practice That Works for You

Yoga and Chronic Illness: Choose a Practice That Works for You
This article was originally published on Yoga International. “Have you tried yoga?” If you’re living with a chronic illness, this is probably a question you’ve been asked. Maybe it came from well-meaning friends or family members. Or perhaps your doctor recommended that you try it. But now you feel lost in a sea of different…
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What I wish I had known about having a chronic illness [VLOG]

What I wish I had known about having a chronic illness [VLOG]
Getting diagnosed with a chronic illness is a life-changing event. There was getting my diagnosis. A diagnosis I have never heard of before. There was the realization that my doctor couldn't really do anything to help me. There was years of trying to manage my illness on my own without having access to the resources…
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Staying Active With A Chronic Illness [VLOG]

Staying Active With A Chronic Illness [VLOG]
Growing up, I was on every single sports team my school had. I was also a competitive swimmer and loved being active and outdoors. When I got ill, it was really tough for me not being able to do the activities that I loved. It wasn't until I found yoga that I was really able…
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Wellness Bundle Giveaway!

Wellness Bundle Giveaway!
Are you ready to spring clean your healthy habits in 2018?  I’ve teamed up with five other chronic illness writers to giveaway away some post-holiday goodies! All the authors are passionate about helping you live your best life with a chronic illness. Since we know having a chronic illness can often impact your ability to…
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Gentle Strength Training Exercises

Gentle Strength Training Exercises
This post is about gentle strength training exercises for chronic illness or surgery recovery. A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog post on how I built strength when living with a chronic illness. I talked about building both physical strength and emotional strength, or resilience. I think both were very important in my recovery,…
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Yoga for Endometriosis: How to Reduce Pain & Balance Hormones

Yoga for Endometriosis: How to Reduce Pain & Balance Hormones
Endometriosis, and other disorders like it, are becoming increasingly common. With up to 10 percent of women worldwide now thought to be suffering and very little in terms of successful treatment available, it's easy for those with the condition to feel backed into a corner. However, like other chronic illness sufferers, many have found significant…
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How I built strength with a chronic illness

How I built strength with a chronic illness
“Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.” – Maya Angelou When most people think of being strong and fit, they see marathon runners, hikers, and pro athletes. When I was ill and thought about being strong and fit, I dreamed of being able to walk to the shop without feeling like I was…
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