The Impact of Chronic Illness GriefGetting any diagnosis changes your whole world. Chronic illness grief is a bit more complicated and hits differently because its like a...reactions8comments
Difficulties of Getting a Lupus DiagnosisOn my lupus journey, it took me a number of years before I received my official diagnosis. It was a very long...reactions5comments
Talking With My Doctor About SexIn my experiences so far, I’ve only talked about sex with my rheumatologist as it relates to pregnancy. While it does matter...reactionscomments
Lupus Life LatelyHaving lupus has been the story of my life. Though life has been living me out honey, I have been hanging on...reactions2comments
I’m Too Sick to Work Full-Time, But Not Sick Enough to Receive BenefitsI’ve spent most of my life living in between the lines; I’m too sick to work a full-time job, but not sick...reactions25comments
8 Cost Effective Ways To Improve Your HealthAs a lupus warrior with multiple diagnoses, taking care of my health is my number one priority. So, I try to do...reactionscomments
Glimmers and Triggers on Your Lupus JourneyWe all know living with lupus can be challenging. When you have to deal with unpredictable flares, symptoms and complications, I know...reactions4comments
Self-Advocacy and LupusSelf-advocacy is something that has taken me a while to practice. When I first became sick with lupus symptoms I was feeling...reactions4comments
Tips for Effective Pain Management AppointmentsThe opiate epidemic in the USA has really made it difficult for those of us who live with true chronic pain conditions...reactionscomments
Why Some Family and Friends Aren't Supportive After a Lupus DiagnosisWhen I first became sick with lupus, my life changed overnight. Fatigue, pain, and endless doctors’ visits replaced school, my social life...reactions4comments
Surviving the Rollercoaster“I am just so over being sick and tired!” I want to scream but instead I’m sitting in my room, holding my...reactions22comments
10 Things About Lupus No One Warned Me AboutLiving with lupus can be very challenging. Before lupus, I never thought I would have any health issues. When I was diagnosed...reactions32comments
Lupus: The Thief of SleepPicture this: The clock strikes midnight and everyone in my home is embraced in slumbers arms. I’m all tucked in the bed...reactions23comments
5 Cleaning Strategies That Keep My Home From Getting FilthyMy cleaning tips help me keep my home cleaner, but not sparkling clean. In my opinion, it’s not realistic to have a...reactionscomments
Why I Hate the Phrase "You Can Do Hard Things"Very Unpopular Opinion: It’s time to stop telling people with chronic illness “You can do hard things.” It is not only carelessly...reactionscomments
From Feeling Unheard to Setting Up a Support GroupIn the early days of having lupus, it was a constant struggle for me just to be heard. This included health professionals...reactionscomments
Infusion Tips When Dealing with Lupus and Other IllnessesThere are several medications that people with lupus take as treatments. The most common are pills which are taken orally and then...reactionscomments
Gifts for Someone Newly Diagnosed With LupusWe celebrate birthdays, weddings, and baby showers with gifts. But why is it less common to give a gift to someone when...reactionscomments
Dealing With JealousyThey say jealousy is the green-eyed monster. Which is pretty much correct. However it is a NORMAL human reaction/feeling. So why am I...reactions2comments
My Breast Cancer ScareI recently noticed some changes on my right breast. Of course, as soon as I noticed this, my heart sank and my...reactions2comments
