Chronic Illness

Not much about chronic illness surprises me anymore. But there is one thing that happens that always seems to catch me off guard. Getting sick.

To be meaningful, we don't necessarily have to do wonderful things or accomplish spectacular goals. Most of the time, what we do is far less important than who we are. Our simple presence, our caring, our bodies, our minds all have value to the world.

Patients take part in clinical trials for many reasons. While the treatment that you receive may offer you the best outcome, it is important to evaluate all of your options before you decide that clinical trial is right for you. Here are some things to consider:

Through this article I explore some very basic methods that can be used to relieve tension, stress, and depression, as well as sharpen intuition, clear the mind, and increase energy. These methods can be used by anyone to help restore a general sense of well-being.

Let me know if there is anything I can do... we often tell a friend who lives with a chronic illness. I've offered this numerous times, but there are very few times someone has actually felt comfortable calling and asking me to help them out.

Life can get out of balance pretty quickly. When you have a chronic illness, that balance can be even more difficult to maintain. It is one more demand upon our limited time and energy.

Is how you think about your self-care consistent with how well you practice it? Take this quiz and find out.

By now, you've probably heard the buzz about CBD oil and its purported health benefits. Learn more about the potential effects of CBD on chronic pain management, and get tips on how to incorporate CBD into your life.

Sleeping with chronic pain can feel impossible, and poor sleep quality may lead to intensified pain the next day. Fortunately, there are ways you can improve your sleep quality and ultimately your physical and mental health. Learn what medical professionals recommend to help you get a good night's rest.

One aspect of coping with chronic illness that gets very little attention is grief. The loss of health and function are often unavoidable. But with proper coping mechanisms and support, it is possible to use that diagnosis to start living the life you want on your own terms.