A health, wellness and chronic illness blog that aims to articulate lifelong illness and disabilities from various perspectives.
Looking February…what should I say about 2020 so far? There’s been a mix of good and bad, as there always is, but let’s say that it’s been mostly awesome just for the new experiences in itself. Winter has been a fascinating season for me in every which way. The Lupus and Sjögren’s has been flaring […]
Continue reading "Coming Alive in the Winter Air (Pushing for Personal Changes & Group Advocacy)"
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Continue reading "Life is All Sorts of Crazy, but She’s Definitely a Keeper"
Ancient Communities vs Modern Independence Independence is a much revered trait in the modern human being. But total independence is a bunch of bullshit. To be completely independent is to live in a bubble in which you’d die within minutes. To be alive is to be dependent; every living being breathes, and that requires synthesis. […]
Continue reading "Asking for Help (and Why Everyone Needs to Learn this Important Life Skill)"
*Note from A Chronic Voice: Erica shares some simple tips on how you can be a good friend to someone with chronic illness. It’s difficult to put yourself in their shoes, and I wouldn’t expect that of anyone. But showing some empathy is possible, and providing a listening ear is always appreciated. Most importantly of […]
Most young people overestimate their maturity or ability, and I was no exception. I was proud and stubborn, and carried my pains and health burdens alone as if suffering is honourable. But it’s like carrying a heavy load of groceries over a long distance. It might be bearable for a while, easy even, but eventually […]
Continue reading "What Stops You from Splitting Your Burdens Up?"