There’s a lot about life with a chronic health condition that rightly gets us down. When we’re feeling bad, those around us often resort to advising that we need to “look on the bright side” — as if that were the actual problem. However, our mindset does have a huge impact on our quality of life. It’s not simply a matter of “choice,” but there are tactics that really can help us brighten our outlooks and improve our experiences, even under the most difficult circumstances.
Pain is sending you a message, but we tend to misinterpret what it’s trying to tell us. Our pain systems also get confused and...
Self-advocacy is part of life with a chronic condition. We find ourselves against a healthcare system that doesn’t have our full interests in mind....
This episode digs into the words surrounding health, illness, and disability. We look at how words shape our thoughts, the surprising meanings of some...
