This is a short list of things that have helped me make it through my worst pain days. Maybe you'll find something that can help you or a loved one who deals with pain on a regular basis.
5 Things That Help Me on Bad Pain Days
The Unique Struggles of Being a Young Adult with Chronic Illness
My life is different because of my illness, but different is not a death sentence. This is a chance for me to be creative and strong as a young adult, overcoming the unique struggles that my illness brings.
3 Truths for the Hard Days
Life is hard. Although hard is relative and looks different for everyone, this is an inescapable truth to which we can all relate. Pain. Depression. Grief. Heartache. Anxiety. These are just a few of the things that can knock us down, hold our attention, instill fear, and test our faith. There are real reasons to... Continue Reading →
8 Things You Might Not Know About Chronic Pain
Chronic pain. It has been defined many different ways by many different doctors and experts. People disagree about how much time one has to be in pain before it is considered chronic. The main point is that chronic pain is a long term, constant or frequently occurring battle. I do not know anyone who likes... Continue Reading →
Chronic Illness| Ending the Silence and Finding Hope
Hi. My name is Alathia and I struggle with pride. Honestly, I don’t know a single soul who doesn’t occasionally wrestle with pride. In the past, I have struggled greatly with over-analyzing my appearance, specifically how I appear to other people. As a young teen, I craved affirmation and acceptance that I thought would come... Continue Reading →
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