chronic condition
-
Turning a Job Loss Into a Health Gain: My Journey Towards Wellness
Read more: Turning a Job Loss Into a Health Gain: My Journey Towards WellnessI lost my job today. Whoa. That feels strange to say. I had a feeling this difficult and raw conversation with my boss was coming. Over the past few months, I’ve been experiencing repeated flare-ups of symptoms due to various suspected factors, such as inflammation, diet, hydration, and activity levels. Unfortunately, this had led me…
-
Work Challenges and Marginalization Faced by Individuals with Chronic Pain
Read more: Work Challenges and Marginalization Faced by Individuals with Chronic PainLiving with chronic pain presents daily challenges that extend far beyond physical discomfort. In the workplace, these obstacles are often compounded by a lack of understanding, inadequate accommodations, and the stigma of invisible illness. This post sheds light on the need for greater awareness and explores the impact of chronic pain on professional success. Physical…
-
The Mission to Avoid Opiates
Read more: The Mission to Avoid OpiatesNavigating the world of chronic pain treatment can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with limited options (especially for nerve pain) and high accessibility of opiates. While these powerful medications can offer relief, their notorious addictive effects can pose some serious risks and create more complications for an already struggling population. This component has shaped my…
-
Beginning My Journey: Living with Chronic Pain
Read more: Beginning My Journey: Living with Chronic PainWelcome to my blog, where I share my personal journey of receiving a life-changing medical diagnosis and navigating chronic pain. This space is dedicated to documenting my experiences, successes, trials, and tribulations. Through my story, I hope to offer resilience and hope while being transparent about the realities of living with chronic pain. In this…
Painfully Empowered 