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Celebrating the Many Shapes of Families, Especially During the Holidays
Mental Health · Personal · Recovery

Celebrating the Many Shapes of Families, Especially During the Holidays

December 18, 2017December 18, 2017 Illness to Wellness: A Journey1 Comment

It’s not about the size, shape, or components of your famil(ies). It’s not the structure of the family, but the functioning and strength of its bonds.

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The Importance of Being a Global Citizen – And How to Become One
Social Justice

The Importance of Being a Global Citizen – And How to Become One

October 23, 2017September 15, 2017 Illness to Wellness: A Journey1 Comment

If you want to keep up with current events better, or wonder why it’s important to do so, this is for you.

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The Art and Practice of Forgiveness
Mental Health · Personal · Recovery · Religious

The Art and Practice of Forgiveness

October 9, 2017February 7, 2018 Illness to Wellness: A Journey1 Comment

I don’t claim to have any answers, but I do have experiences and hope, and so can you.

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24 Intangibles I Want to Give to Myself for My 24th Birthday
Chronic Illness · Grad School · Mental Health · Personal · Recovery

24 Intangibles I Want to Give to Myself for My 24th Birthday

June 30, 2017July 1, 2017 Illness to Wellness: A Journey1 Comment

At this point in time, I have no material things I want or need for my birthday. In that case, what would I get if I could?

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30 Things About Living with Fibromyalgia
Chronic Illness · Chronic Pain · Mayo Clinic · Mental Health · Personal · Recovery

30 Things About Living with Fibromyalgia

May 12, 2017May 11, 2017 Illness to Wellness: A Journey4 Comments

It’s Fibromyalgia Awareness Day! These are my thoughts on living with this pervasive chronic pain condition.

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What to Say When Someone Doesn’t Know What to Say in Response to Your Suffering
Chronic Illness · Chronic Pain · Mental Health · Personal · Recovery

What to Say When Someone Doesn’t Know What to Say in Response to Your Suffering

April 15, 2017April 12, 2017 Illness to Wellness: A Journey10 Comments

When someone’s response to you isn’t helpful, what can you say to steer the conversation?

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Tips for People with Chronic Illness and Busy Social Schedules
Chronic Illness · Chronic Pain · Mental Health · Personal · Recovery

Tips for People with Chronic Illness and Busy Social Schedules

March 27, 2017March 25, 2017 Illness to Wellness: A Journey2 Comments

A few tips about becoming others-focused while still taking good care of yourself.

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