“Please don’t be afraid to tell your story – it will inspire others” As you all know, I’m very open about my health struggles, and I’m not afraid to show the reality of living with chronic illness and mental ill-health. I believe it’s so important to have this open discussion, and the majority of the Read the full article…
I have decided to do something a bit different for this week’s blog post. Often my posts discuss quite heavy topics, and are not always an easy read. So this post is designed to be a light hearted break from the usual, and a way for us to get to know each other a bit Read the full article…
Everyone living with a chronic illness has had to deal with unsolicited advice about their health. Whether it’s from strangers on social media or from well-meaning friends and family, uninvited advice is a frustrating part of living with an incurable chronic illness. It’s so common that we often face these comments daily. I’m sure you Read the full article…
“Asking for help is not a burden nor a sign of weakness; it’s a sign of humanness.” If you’ve ever shied away from asking for help because you fear that you may seem weak, you are not alone. I often battle with this misconception myself, and no matter how many times I reinforce the message Read the full article…
The term ‘pet’ always seems so inadequate to me. Let’s face it, our animals are part of the family. Animals are truly amazing. They can be trained to be someone’s eyes or ears, to help disabled people live more independent lives, and even protect their owners while having a seizure. Animals also offer much needed Read the full article…