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 fatigue syndrome
A detailed guide to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), including its symptoms, causes, and effective treatment strategies to improve energy and well-being.
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…
The Raw Truth About Living With Hypermobility and Fibromyalgia That Few Understand
The Realities of My Life With Hypermobility and Fibromyalgia Living with hypermobility and fibromyalgia is like constantly walking a tightrope with no safety net. The balance between managing pain, fatigue, and mobility can feel overwhelming,…
18 Powerful Reasons People With Fibromyalgia Make Incredible Friends (and Partners)
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…
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…