Finding Stability Within Fluctuating Illness [AD]

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[#AD] Many thanks to Safe And Sound for sponsoring this post; you can find out more about them and download the free Pill Reminder App here. As always, all opinions are my own! When it comes to chronic illness, there’s one piece of advice it seems healthcare professionals just cannot resist sharing: it’s all about […]

The Turtle Of Overexertion – A Chronic Illness Metaphor

pippa sat outdoors wearing coat and scarf, harbour visible in background

As you may know, I’m a chronically fatigued human being. I was lucky enough to acquire a debilitating long-term illness as a teenager, and the time following my diagnosis was a real struggle. However, even with all the pain and suffering I still have today, I know I’m one of the lucky ones. My health […]