Here's a statement from the artist: "I am a migraine sufferer! My first attack occured when I was 13 years old and I had no idea what was happening to me. Migraine is so much more than a headache, … [Read more...]
Comedy Spoon-Themed Interlude
Patient princesses, waiting warriors, after what was perhaps the silliest, certainly the longest interlude and absence yet, finally, after back-to-back flare then flu-flare combo, I'm feeling more … [Read more...]
Supplements to Help Banish Brain Fog
Brain fog, also known as fibro fog, can be one of the most irritating symptoms of chronic pain conditions, and complex illness. Though it's especially prevalent in chronic fatigue syndrome … [Read more...]
Making it Through Christmas with Chronic Illness and Pain
No matter your beliefs or background, culture or unique celebrations, this time of year is filled with people celebrating. From Yule to Hanukkah to Christmas Day itself, to more usual festivals such … [Read more...]
SpoonGirl’s Spoon-Saving Tips for Chronic Pain and Illness
If you are running low on spoons, or if you just need some tips on saving your spoons, finally, we may just be saved. Introducing a whole new kind of superhero... SpoonGirl Rescuing Pain Princesses … [Read more...]
Ways to Optimise Your Chances of Sleep Despite Chronic Pain
When you have constant pain, it's no secret that trying to get to sleep - and stay asleep - is far from simple. Sometimes we're wired from the pain all night, resigning ourselves to the endless … [Read more...]
Caring for Caregivers of Pain Patients: Interview for Partners and Carers
An Interview on How to Cope for Caregivers of Pain Patients A conversation with Guadalupe Palos, R.N., L.M.S.W. Q: What challenges do caregivers face? A: The most common challenges facing … [Read more...]
Reduce Pain by Breathing into the Body with the Body-Scan
A wonderful technique for everyone who lives in pain to know is the body-scan. I wanted to share this practice in the hope it helps you too, as having now been using the following, adapted … [Read more...]
How to Use Pain Psychology Techniques to Reduce Anxiety, Depression, Anger and Guilt
People suffering with chronic pain and illness can naturally spend a lot of time thinking about how their pain is affecting their lives, every single part of their lives. Pain can make you feel like … [Read more...]
Herbal Healing: Herbs that Help Chronic Pain & Illness
Herbal Healing: Herbs that Help Chronic Pain & Illness Because complicated pain conditions such as CRPS and fibromyalgia have such an extensive list of symptoms, utilising the equally extensive … [Read more...]