Push for what’s right
Last week was not the easiest, I had to go to court to fight to get my disability benefits back. It was so stressful, and caused a flare, but sometimes you have to push for what’s right. I was surprised…
Knitting for mental health
Over the years I have tried so many things to help my mental health, from therapy to mindfulness with mixed results. But then just before Christmas I recieved an email from lovecrafts.com asking me if I would like to work…
Tips for Avoiding Rosacea Flare-Ups During Winter
Rosacea is a common skin condition affecting more than 5% of women worldwide, and mainly affects sufferers during cold weather. The symptoms are skin redness in the area around the nose and checks. Trends among the affected persons show that…
Dealing with depression at christmas
Its never easy dealing with depression at Christmas, but for so many it is reality so its important we talk about it. I have been hit with a flare of my own depression this week and I couldn’t let it…
Some answers, pain and dog training
This week has been difficult for me, but it has provided some answers, pain and dog training a combination I must admit I hadn’t thought would ever go together! I am thankful though and I am keeping my spirits up…
How We Can Use Food To Feel Better
Being fit and healthy is something that most of us would love to experience. Still, unfortunately, we don’t all have that luxury for one reason or another, depending on your particular reason for not always feeling great will mean different…
Sleeping and the holidays
So many people love this time of year, but it isn’t like that for everyone and that got me thinking about sleeping and the holidays. I have been struggling with sleep myself after finally fighting insomnia this year to get…
Mindful walks for my mental health
I think getting a more active dog has been such a blessing for me, I was not pushing myself and it was really affecting my mental health. Dexter, unlike Gizmo loves to go for walks and I have been using…
Natural Ways To Deal With Pain
If there is one thing that can add disturbance to our lives, it’s the unwanted presence of pain. Whether it’s a headache, ongoing sporadic pain or even mental pain, treating it can be a challenge. Understandably, for some, the easiest…
A new norm to get used to
I think anyone reading this who has chronic illnesses would tell you that after a while you get used to the symptoms. It becomes the norm and before you know it you can no longer remember how it feels to…
