Illness, Regret, & Dreams

A few weeks ago, I found myself watching a 90s Lifetime movie. Don’t judge me! I was in a Beverly

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What Chronic Fatigue Feels Like

What is chronic fatigue? My mom asked me this weekend what it feels like, and I had a hard time

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5 People Who Can Benefit From Web Therapy; Must-Watch HuffPost Live Video

I’ll make this post brief because my eyes and ears are still on the mend from my allergic conjunctivitis.  Yesterday,

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Why Are 30th and 40th Birthday Cards So Depressing?

Today is an anniversary date for me. Six years ago, at the age of 24, I was diagnosed with the

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Just Between You And Me

I wasn’t feeling well today. (This after a very productive Monday and a fabulous Sunday, which I’ll tell you more

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Women’s Health: Join the More Than Boobs Initiative This September

      UPDATE:  I will be speaking on HuffPost Live next Tuesday (09/30) at 12:45  pm EST discussing the

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Illness: Self-Advocacy in Social Settings; What We Wish You Understood

Right now, my right foot is swollen. It’s slowly getting better. I have to admit that yesterday afternoon I feared

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6 Things NOT To Say to a Sick Woman About Her Appearance

People are surprised when I tell them about insults I received due to changes in my appearance from illness. If

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Work & Chronic Illness (Part 1): 4 Things NOT to Say to Sick People

One of the most common things people with chronic illnesses or disabilities hear is, “You’re so lucky you get to rest

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