Your illness affects your friendships all the time. But I don't have to tell you this – you're living it. In fact, studies show that one third of chronic illness sufferers encounter social problems on a day-to-day basis. People need social interaction and human contact. We’re not meant to be on our own.  ​So it’s only natural for you to

Music has proven health benefits that can elicit or ease emotion in anyone with chronic pain. It is a form of communication that groups our community and builds a common voice. Here are some of the best songs and playlists to help you feel heard and motivated. Table Of Contents Understand That Friends Who Disappear May Not be Equipped to

We all experience our chronic illnesses differently, which means our flares are different. No matter how your body responds when it’s worn out, the most important thing is to come prepared so you can rest. A chronic illness flare survival (or crisis) kit includes items that help alleviate the symptoms you feel when your body’s health suddenly worsens. Here are

As a fellow a chronic illness warrior, you've probably heard the term "spoonie" being thrown around – especially after some digging online. If you've ever wondered what that term means: A spoonie is a term used to describe someone with a chronic illness. The Lupus blogger Christine Miserandino developed the spoon theory to describe the functional limitations that anyone with a chronic

Turning on a feel-good track is the cheapest and fastest therapy I can think of. I’m not a singer or songwriter, but I love music. And I use it for my own chronic pain management all the time.  Did you know that people listen to music for up to 126 different reasons? It’s so much more than a pick-me-up. Music