Death changes everything! Time changes nothing… I still miss the sound of your voice, the wisdom in your advice, the stories of your life and just being in your presence. So NO, time changes nothing, I miss you as much today as I did the…
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Dear Depression, I Hate You
What’s hard about Depression or a depressive episode is, that your friendship and relationship is suffering because of your mood. Because you’re feeling nothing. Just emptiness. You’re getting cold. Distance yourself from close friends and your partner. They’re wondering why. But you can’t just explain.…
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Lists to Make When You are Feeling Down
When you’re not feeling your best mentally, it can put a cloud over your whole day. I’ve found that writing out lists really helps to activate different parts of your brain, and it takes your mind off what you’re struggling with. Grab a journal and…
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Winter is coming and so is the pain…
Cold temperatures are tough on everybody. But for individuals with fibromyalgia, whose symptoms include chronic, widespread pain, the big freeze is especially difficult to endure. One possible explanation is that cold weather keeps many people less active, leading to physical de-conditioning that can contribute to…
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The Lies Bipolar Tells Me
Bipolar is such a liar! It says things that are not true, but they feel real and it’s hard not to get caught up by the thoughts that we KNOW are unrealistic—they feel so real it’s hard to fight the words and feelings that are…
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Lower Back Pain
Low back pain that doesn’t go away or keeps returning can really affect your life. One thing you can then do is look for ways to cope better with the pain instead of constantly fighting it or desperately trying out every treatment you come across.…