When faced with life challenges, such as the diagnosis or worsening of a chronic illness, we may need to make some changes in our lives to accommodate our new circumstances. Chronic illness presents us with opportunities for growth and gratitude as we modify our internal world and how we interact with the outside world. But… [Read more…]
July 5, 2012
When I’m perusing other blogs or Facebook pages, I often see posts from people with chronic illnesses who feel as if they are burdens on those they love. And while I understand this feeling, I also realize that in most cases, it is exaggerated. Typically, it occurs when we are experiencing a bad day —… [Read more…]
June 28, 2012
I couldn’t believe I did this to my dear Aunt Cleo. But I did, and it was for quite selfish reasons. My parents weren’t happy when I divulged what I had done, but they understood. Have you ever experienced a time when you gave something away, but then you regretted your decision? Well, that’s what… [Read more…]
June 21, 2012
Most of my posts are about chronic illness and often my own experiences with being ill. But today, for Thankful Thursday, I wanted to focus on something that is always more challenging than my own trials: when my child is sick. Strep has invaded our home, and my little girl is the sickest I’ve ever… [Read more…]
June 14, 2012
Yesterday, I wrote about how people with chronic illness often take the road less traveled. Sometimes taking this path can be quite difficult and traumatic for us. If your illness has ever prevented you from pursuing the career of your dreams or an activity that has always been your passion, taking another path can be a… [Read more…]
June 7, 2012
Today for Thankful Thursday, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for everyone who is a part of the BeChronicallyWell.com community both here on my blog and on my Facebook page. Whether you comment frequently or simply lurk and soak in the information, I’m glad you take the time to visit and add more… [Read more…]
May 31, 2012
My 6-year-old daughter is grappling with the concept of wanting certain things but not being able to have or do them. And I’ve realized that this conflict will continue throughout her life just as it has for all of us. When chronic illness is involved, we may have lots of wants that will go unmet.… [Read more…]
May 24, 2012
For today’s Thankful Thursday post, let’s discuss not just what we are thankful for but how to protect those things so that they remain a sacred element within our lives. This is vital for those of us with chronic illness. The world will make attempts to bend and mold you into what it wants you… [Read more…]
May 17, 2012
Recently, I wrote a blog post about being grateful for some things while simultaneously not being joyous about other aspects of our lives. People with chronic illness are often faced with this odd dichotomy. Today I wanted to focus on how we can reframe certain parts of our experiences and circumstances that have been so hurtful and… [Read more…]
May 10, 2012
Sometimes we get so busy with life that we may not take the time to think about all the different things we have to be thankful for. What affects my day the most may seem insignificant to others. So for today’s Thankful Thursday post, I have compiled a list of the REALLY little things I’m… [Read more…]
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