Growing up, I learned early that the world doesn’t always know how to treat those who are different. As a child with a visible disability, I quickly became a target. The names they called me…
Chronic Awareness
Raise awareness about chronic illnesses by understanding their impact, symptoms, and the importance of support and education.
From Pain to Pride: How I Transformed From a Bullied Girl Into a Fearless Woman With a Disability
There was a time in my life when I would have done anything to be invisible. As a child with a visible disability, I didn’t just feel different—I was constantly reminded of it by the…
Triumph Over CRPS: Stephanie Shares a Candid Testimonial of Her Remarkable Journey with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Introduction: Stephanie’s Story – Turning Pain into Power Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is often called the “suicide disease” because of its unrelenting and excruciating pain. But for Stephanie, her journey with CRPS became a…
Veterans: Unlocking VA Benefits — How to Get Approved for Fibromyalgia as a Secondary Condition to PTSD
Introduction: A New Hope for Veterans Battling Fibromyalgia and PTSD Many veterans return from service carrying not only visible wounds but also invisible battles like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Over time, some of these veterans…
What Happened When I Was Judged for Using Disabled Parking With an Invisible Illness Will Change How You See People
When I’m Judged for Using Disabled Parking With an Invisible Illness Every time I pull into a disabled parking spot, I brace myself. Not for the walk into the building or the flare-up that made…
7 Surprising Truths When Celebrities Talk About Chronic Illness That Everyday Spoonies Know Too Well
When Celebrities Talk About Chronic Illness, Don’t Forget About Everyday Spoonies When celebrities talk about chronic illness, headlines follow. Social media buzzes. Interviews go viral. For a brief moment, the world listens. But as the…
10 Eye-Opening Lessons I Learned When My Mother-in-Law Said, ‘I Hope You Feel Better Soon’
What I Realized When My Mother-in-Law Said, “I Hope You Feel Better Soon” There are some phrases that float past us so often they become background noise. “Take care.” “Feel better.” “Let me know if…
No One Tells You About Not Feeling ‘Disabled Enough’ When You Live With a Chronic Illness
When I Don’t Feel ‘Disabled Enough’ as Someone With a Chronic Illness There’s a quiet struggle that many people with chronic illness carry—a tension that rarely makes its way into conversations, even within disability communities.…
Dancing Through Pain: Celebrity Solange Knowles’ Bold Journey with Hypermobility Syndrome
Celebrity Solange Knowles Journey with Hypermobility Syndrome Solange Knowles has captivated the world with her genre-defying music, unapologetic voice, and revolutionary style. As an artist, activist, and cultural icon, she brings vulnerability and truth into…
Grace Through Adversity: Celebrity Misty Copeland’s Remarkable Journey with Hypermobility Syndrome
Celebrity Misty Copeland Journey with Hypermobility Syndrome Misty Copeland is a name etched in the modern history of ballet. Celebrated for breaking racial barriers and for her groundbreaking rise as the first African-American female principal…