18 Reasons People With Fibromyalgia Are Great Friends (Or More) Living with fibromyalgia is a daily journey of managing pain, exhaustion, and uncertainty. But out of that struggle often arises a deep strength of character…
chronic fatigue syndrome
A detailed guide to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), including its symptoms, causes, and effective treatment strategies to improve energy and well-being.
Why Saying “I’m Not ‘Lucky’ to Be on Disability Benefits Due to Fibromyalgia” Matters More Than You Think
I’m Not ‘Lucky’ to Be on Disability Benefits Due to Fibromyalgia When someone hears about a person receiving disability benefits, especially for an invisible illness like fibromyalgia, the word “lucky” may slip out—sometimes with 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…
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…
26 Silly Things People Forgot About Because of Fibro Fog That Will Make You Laugh and Relate
26 Silly Things People Forgot About Because of Fibro Fog Fibromyalgia can come with a long list of symptoms, but one of the most frustrating—and often unexpectedly funny—is fibro fog. This mental cloudiness can make…
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…
Why This Type of Weather May Be the Best for People With Fibromyalgia, According to Experience
The Best Weather for People With Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a complex condition, marked by chronic pain, fatigue, and sensitivity to a wide range of triggers—including the weather. For many people living with fibromyalgia, the environment…
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.…
Why Spoonies Need to Forgive Themselves for Not Sticking to a Routine and Embrace Flexibility Instead
Dear Spoonies, It’s Time to Forgive Yourself If You Can’t Keep a Routine For many, routines are the backbone of success. Wake up early, exercise, plan your meals, check your goals. The world praises discipline,…