Well I woke up Sunday morning With no way to hold my head, that didn’t hurt And the beer I had for breakfast wasn’t bad So I had one more…
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When you live with a chronic or mental illness, life is tough at times. These memes are especially made to let you see how far you’ve come, and that you’re…
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AccessibilityCerebral PalsyDaily livingDisability ActivismEpilepsyOvercoming challenges
Going to Movie Theatres with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy (My Personal Experiences)
by TheUnchargeables January 15, 2020Like many people, I have always enjoyed going to the movies with my friends and family. My favorite types of movies to go see are comedies and films based on…
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Chronic PainFriendship with a chronic illnessSpoonie Tips
Why your well meant advice is hurtful to me
by Natalie van Scheltinga January 11, 2020Most people have the best intentions at heart when they tell you something. Especially your friends. Assuming you’ve got good friends obviously. I DO BELIEVE MY FRIENDS ARE GOOD FRIENDS,…
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AnxietyCoping techniquesOvercoming challenges
How Watching “Paw Patrol” Helps Me Cope With Anxiety (Tools To Coping With Anxiety)
by TheUnchargeables January 8, 2020We all have different coping skills when it comes to handling anxiety and the challenges it brings. One of my coping mechanisms is watching Nick Jr.’s animated show Paw Patrol! Although I’m…
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My life is very unpredictable, this is due to my multiple chronic illnesses. I live with Fibromyalgia, Hashimoto’s disease, Graves’ disease, Celiac disease, Raynaud’s syndrome and Cold Urticaria, and never…
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Cerebral PalsyDaily living
The Hardest Part of New Year’s Eve (When You Live With Cerebral Palsy)
by TheUnchargeables December 28, 2019With 2020 soon approaching, I wanted to write about the hardest part of New Year’s eve when you have cerebral palsy. For me, the hardest part of New years eve…
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Coping techniquesDaily livingEntertainment at homeMaintaining healthy relationshipsOvercoming challengesSpoonie Stories
Why technology is important for spoonies
by Winslow E. Dixon December 25, 2019We’ve all been scolded for being on our phones, laptops and tablets. In this current age of rampant technology, it is understandable that these convenient devices can inhibit human interaction. While this is a growing issue, there is another side to this conversation that no one seems to be discussing.
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Adrenal Fatigueadrenal insufficiencyadrenal insufficiency
The Cortisol Pump- Life Improving Treatment for Adrenal Insufficiency
by Winslow E. Dixon December 25, 2019Endocrine diseases are common, however most people have never heard of adrenal insufficiency or even know what cortisol is. Adrenal Insufficiency and Diabetes are both endocrine diseases. However one has…
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Alternative medicineAlternative remediesChronic PainCoping techniquesDaily livingDietMeditation
How Being Chronically Ill Has Made Me The Target Of Dangerous “Miracle Cure” Products (And How To Avoid Them).
by TheUnchargeables December 14, 2019Disclaimer: When starting a new health supplement or diet you need to consult with your doctor first to ensure that any changes will benefit your health instead of making it…