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I’m Tired of Having to Explain my Mental Health and Chronic Pain to People
Most people have the general ideal what “physical pain” is or what “disabled” is and what it looks like. However, if it is not immediately obvious for others to see the it’s invisible or don’t exist. The real truth is that illnesses come in different shapes and forms and they aren’t always visible on the…
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I don’t say suffer for attention of pity
I use the word “suffer” not for pity or attention and have been told I’m dramatic and making it up. I’ve been a fighter no matter what I’ve been going through. I use suffer not only because chronic pain and unknown autoimmune disorder changed perspective on things but it keeps me from being and living…
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Charlotte’s Web CBD Cream
While the cream is not the best CBD topical we’ve ever tried, it’s still high-quality, especially with the latest upgrade to the formula. I finally got the chance to test the Unscented 2.5oz, 750mg Hemp-Infused CBD Cream from Charlotte’s Web. Currently, it is the only iteration of the product; however, Charlotte’s Web offers a handful…
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Chronically Apologizing
I’m no stranger to irritation. In fact, I might even go so far as to suggest that irritation is my baseline emotion. Between my depression, anxiety, and fibromyalgia , the world rubs me raw. So when I’m told – again – that my constant apologies are annoying, I understand exactly the feeling they’re coming from.…
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What is a Fibro flare up anyway?
I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia at 27. Managing this plays a big role in being able to live comfortably. This includes flare ups of every kind. Symptoms of Fibromyalgia vary over time and these are times when the pain will feel worse than ever and difficult to deal with. Symptoms includes digestive problems, swelling in…