Lupus and Eye Health
Lupus is one of several types of autoimmune diseases that cause the body’s own immune system to mistakenly attack and damage healthy tissues. Despite the different types of autoimmune diseases that exist, many of the symptoms are shared such as joint pain, digestive issues, fatigue, swelling, and hair or skin problems. Another symptom that is…
Navigating Triggers with a Chronic Illness
Living in this world is hard. Sometimes life can feel unfair depending on what you are dealing with. We have to deal with the stress that often comes from finances, raising children, work, health concerns, and other world issues. We have to take responsibility and be accountable for our actions which may not always feel…
Keep Moving
Happy February! Several things are happening this month. It’s the month that many celebrate Black History month as well as love. (Let’s not forget about self-love) While these things are certainly important, I am also choosing to use this month to maintain my focus. I am calling it Focus in February. 2022 was a mix…
Chronic Disease and Nutrition
Managing a chronic illness on a day-to-day basis is not easy. Depending on what you are dealing with, you probably visit a specialist and take medications that are aimed at providing relief of your pain and discomfort. While medications can certainly help, our food choices and the things we drink contribute to how we feel.…
Don’t Lose Yourself
What a year this has been. Living with Lupus is not without it’s challenges. Some days are good, while others can make me question everything. It’s tough to navigate life’s path while looking “normal” to the outside world, but dealing with all of the things people don’t see when they look at me. After all,…
Are You Self-Aware?
If you were to ask most people whether they are self-aware, you may get various responses. Each person has his or her own fundamental idea of what self-awareness means. There are those who believe their level of self-awareness is pretty high and others who may not be so sure and that is okay. Let’s define…
Mental Health Matters
2022 is upon us! Many people look forward to a new year with anticipation. We aim to leave the past behind and to move towards new goals that often include better health. I am sure that you have heard the term health is wealth. What comes to mind when you think of health? If you…
Managing Holiday Grief
The holidays are upon us and while many people are decorating and taking advantage of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, others are not as excited. They may be grieving the loss of a loved one. As a certified Grief Specialist, I was invited to speak on this topic recently. First, let me define…
The Beauty Within
Regardless of what chronic illness you deal with or how long you’ve dealt with it, there are times when it gets really tough. The symptoms can often feel as though they will never end which can leave you feeling discouraged. If it’s not one thing, it’s another. As a person battling Lupus, I have had…
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