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I do what it takes
to heal and recover from major depressive disorder and fibromyalgia
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Do What You Can. I Do.
Start where you are; acknowledging your current condition is the first step towards moving forward. Use what you have; whatever mental illness or debilitating condition you have your energy levels will be limited. Do what you can; realise that you have new limitations and won't be able to do what you used to be able to. Have you been able to find your balance yet? Share your story in the comments below.
Feb 52 min read


Without the Dark, We'd Never See the Stars
It often takes hardship and pain to realise just what we are made of and realise how strong we can be. As hard as it is going through the journey to recovery, What have you discovered about yourself through your journey? Share your story in the comments section below.
Feb 21 min read


It is Courage to Continue That Counts
Having the courage to acknowledge and face it head-on day in and day out, a small step at a time, even though we have bad days and setbacks , to keep picking ourselves up and continue our journeys towards recovery...
Jan 291 min read


From Zero to Hero
To be the hero or heroine of your life you need to first acknowledge that there is danger and something worth saving, and that something is YOU!
Jan 281 min read


Living with Fibromyalgia: A Glimpse into the Daily Battle
Fibromyalgia is a chronic, debilitating illness that continues to baffle the medical community. Its exact cause remains unknown, there is no definitive test for diagnosis, and it’s only after ruling out all other possible illnesses and diseases that a fibromyalgia diagnosis is considered.
Symptoms vary widely from person to person, and the journey to diagnosis is often long and frustrating. I’m sharing my personal experience here — not as a medical guideline, but as a window
Apr 22, 20254 min read


Coping Strategies for Living with a Debilitating Illness
I'd like to share a short story that I'm sure many can relate to, and which I'm hoping will bring some understanding to those who can’t.
Mar 17, 202510 min read


Top 10 Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder
Top 10 symptoms of major depressive disorder, otherwise known as clinical depression.
Jun 9, 20235 min read


The Truth About Pain
Truth about pain and the control the brain has over it.
Jun 8, 20236 min read
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