The Pain Management Crisis
This post began when I posted a "Thought" on The Mighty (a pop-up will prompt you to sign in, but there is a small link at the bottom allows you…
Your Guide To Hosting a “Sober-Friendly” Event (while still including alcohol)
The holidays are coming, and with them, all the holiday festivities. Many people love to be able to be around friends, family, and all the fun, but sometimes, things can…
Why You Should Care About Addiction
This article was originally published on Vocal, by me. I have opted to republish here to have all of the Addiction series in the same place. I have made some…
Anxiety Relief: Creating a Daily Management Routine
Most of this article was first published by me on Vocal, but I have done some updating and added some new information. To see the article in it's original form,…
Why It’s Crucial To Know Your Family History: and How NOT Knowing Can Destroy Your Life
People are all made up differently. Science has proven that we each have unique DNA. Further research has shown that our unique DNA can contain genes that control pretty much…
Sexual Conduct: What’s Appropriate & How To Evaluate Your Behavior
Whatever you want to call it, learning how to conduct yourself appropriately in regards to sex and dating is something I think all young people, and even many adults, need to be taught. Somehow, it hasn't quite been getting through to some people because they are still out here acting like they have a right to
Saving Money with Amazon: All the Ways
The financial strain of having chronic illnesses that prevent you from being able to work is very, very real. Many people seem to be under the impression that being sick…
Battling Anxiety: Tools for getting your life back
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Negotiations With My Body (Part 2) – A Letter To My Body
I often see myself in different aspects. In my head they each have their own little character that all look like me but with different details. They fight with each other. Sort of like Jane from Doom Patrol, though not nearly as useful since none of mine have the typical comic book superhero powers. The two that most often seem to battle are "hopeful me" and "chronic pain me."
When "Love Yourself" Turns Into Loving ONLY Yourself
When “Love Yourself” Turns Into Loving ONLY Yourself
Too many people are taking this “love yourself” thing way too far these days. I’m aware that’s not going to be a popular sentence to some- especially if they take it out of context-