Pain is personal. It’s intimate. It’s rooted in the unique wiring of a body and the … Dismissed by Words: What It Feels Like When I’m in Pain and Someone Says, ‘That Didn’t Hurt’Read more
Mental Illness
Explore mental illness, its common symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Learn how to support mental health and seek help when needed.
Words That Wound: What You Should Never Say When Someone Tells You They’re in Pain
When someone opens up about their pain—whether physical, emotional, or invisible—they’re not just stating a fact. … Words That Wound: What You Should Never Say When Someone Tells You They’re in PainRead more
Why Rita Farr in Doom Patrol Shatters Stereotypes and Empowers the Chronic Illness Community
In a media landscape saturated with superheroes who seem invincible, Rita Farr stands apart. Known as … Why Rita Farr in Doom Patrol Shatters Stereotypes and Empowers the Chronic Illness CommunityRead more
16 Powerful Reasons People With Chronic Illness Make Remarkable Life Partners
Living with chronic illness demands resilience, adaptability, and emotional depth. While the challenges are undeniable, the … 16 Powerful Reasons People With Chronic Illness Make Remarkable Life PartnersRead more
How I Found My True Identity at the Intersection of Queerness, Neurodiversity, and Disability
For much of my life, I felt like I was navigating a maze blindfolded. I didn’t … How I Found My True Identity at the Intersection of Queerness, Neurodiversity, and DisabilityRead more
From Bullied Child to Empowered Woman: My Journey With Disability and Self-Worth
Growing up, I learned early that the world doesn’t always know how to treat those who … From Bullied Child to Empowered Woman: My Journey With Disability and Self-WorthRead more
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. … From Pain to Pride: How I Transformed From a Bullied Girl Into a Fearless Woman With a DisabilityRead more
The Chaotic Trio: How POTS, Fibromyalgia, and Ehlers-Danlos Throw an Uninvited House Party in Your Body
Introduction: When Chronic Illnesses Crash the Party Without Warning Living with just one chronic illness is … The Chaotic Trio: How POTS, Fibromyalgia, and Ehlers-Danlos Throw an Uninvited House Party in Your BodyRead more
Mood Disorders Are Root Cause by Fibromyalgia: Understanding the Hidden Connection
Fibromyalgia is widely known for its chronic pain, fatigue, and cognitive dysfunction, but its impact on … Mood Disorders Are Root Cause by Fibromyalgia: Understanding the Hidden ConnectionRead more
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 … What Happened When I Was Judged for Using Disabled Parking With an Invisible Illness Will Change How You See PeopleRead more