Being productive with chronic illnesses
It can be so hard and so frustrating being productive with chronic illnesses, we have less time and less ability to get things done; So, here are some tips to help. I got sick in my early twenties, I had…
Carers Week 2023
I have been an unpaid carer now since the start of the pandemic, and my husband has been an unpaid carer for me since we met over a decade ago. It is Carers Week 2023, and time we talked about…
Coping skills for when you are flaring
I’ve not been well recently, a couple of weeks ago I found myself in A&E so lets chat about my thoughts after that and I share some coping skills for when you are flaring. I will be honest, when I…
How accessible is Stafford Castle?
Now spring is here, me and hubby are heading out to local museums and fun days out, so lets talk about how accessible is Stafford Castle. I love going out and visiting stately homes and museums, so as a way…
All my illnesses awareness month
May is a big month in the raising awareness stakes and for me it is all my illnesses awareness month! So, I thought I would do one big post with lots of information! Lets do this: My illnesses, Ehlers Danlos…
MS makes me a disabled carer
It is MS awareness week, this illness has had a big affect on my life and I would love to talk about it today because MS makes me a disabled carer. When I was in my early twenties and first…
Empower Your Elderly Parents: 4 Ways You Can Assist Them
As our parents age, they may require more assistance in their daily lives. It is therefore crucial that we provide our elderly parents with support and show that we are there when needed. Here are four simple strategies that you…
Finding the good in every moment
There are times when as people with chronic illnesses, we just feel a little more sick than usual and it is those times when finding the good in every moment can be harder. I have been chatting about this recently,…
Dealing with Boredom When Recovering from Addiction
One of the things that make recovery from addiction very difficult for a lot of people is the associated boredom that comes with it. When you are no longer drinking or taking drugs, then you tend to have a lot…
Find space to breathe
I have been making changes in my life, trying to find space to breathe and feel happier and healthier its a process!! Change is never easy, years ago my routines were healthy and I felt better in myself I did…
