Tenacious ME
Tackling disabling autoimmune disease with obstinance and humor.
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5 Keys to Managing Your Autoimmune Condition
There is no doubt about it, life with an autoimmune condition is a challenge, one nobody wants but millions of people have. While the 80+ autoimmune diseases behave differently and require distinct approaches to treat, there are a few things that are beneficial to… Continue Reading “5 Keys to Managing Your Autoimmune Condition”
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How Learning to Love Myself Changed Everything
There is a part of my healing story I’ve kept mostly to myself. Sometimes I hint at it, dance around it. I share some of the things I’ve been doing to help myself with the issue, without saying this is why I started practicing… Continue Reading “How Learning to Love Myself Changed Everything”
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Navigating Winter with Rheumatoid Arthritis
There is no doubt about it, winter with arthritis can be rough. The following tips can make it more bearable.
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My Tiny Craft Obsession
The author shares a lifelong love for crafting, from sewing to resin art and miniatures. Despite rheumatoid arthritis, they find therapeutic value in crafting. By pacing themselves and focusing on small-scale projects, they have found a way to enjoy their hobby without compromising their health. Crafting serves as both an escape and a source of strength.
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Gardening with RA 2024
If it seems like my yearly gardening post is a bit late this season, well, that’s because it is! Those who follow my blog know, gardening is one of my favorite types of therapy, both physical and mental. Spending time helping things grow, relaxes… Continue Reading “Gardening with RA 2024”
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Chatting with Cheryl on the Arthritis Life Podcast
Have you ever been invited to do something that scared you, but you knew it would be good for you, so you said yes anyway? Stepped up and out of your comfort zone to reach toward a goal? I’ve been doing more and more… Continue Reading “Chatting with Cheryl on the Arthritis Life Podcast”
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Let’s Talk About Disability
Some words seem to hold more power than others. Joy, sorrow, mother, father, these words likely create an instant picture or sensation when you read or hear them. Exactly what that picture looks like, depends on the experiences you’ve had with them in your… Continue Reading “Let’s Talk About Disability”
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Breaking New Ground at the Rheumatology Research Foundation Investigators Meeting
When I was invited to attend the Rheumatology Research Foundation investigators meeting this year as both a member of the IAC (Impact Action Council) and a Rheum Champion, I was immediately excited. Nervous, but excited. The opportunity to immerse myself in science, meet scientists… Continue Reading “Breaking New Ground at the Rheumatology Research Foundation Investigators Meeting”
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RA Unedited #4
Here I am again this morning, standing at the intersection of overindulgence and overdoing, a little neighborhood known as massive pain. The sad part is, as always, knowing I did this to myself. Not the disease that cause the symptoms to flair mind you,… Continue Reading “RA Unedited #4”
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Exciting News!
When I started this journey a few years ago, I intended to share my personal experiences as I navigate chronic illness and the challenges that brings to the table. While I’ve done quite a lot of that, I’ve also leaned pretty heavily on presenting… Continue Reading “Exciting News!”
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