Tag: Relationships
Finding a New Way to be Me
Often times I am contacted by people who have recently been diagnosed with fibromyalgia. I always ask how they are feeling about their diagnosis, as it was a bittersweet diagnosis for me. I share with them that the first few years are the hardest, as it takes awhile to figure out what works best for [...]
Posted: June 28th, 2012 under Advice.
Tags: Diagnosis, My Philosophy, Relationships, Volunteering
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Fibro Feelings – Catching Up
What is Fibro Feelings? I hope all of you had a wonderful Father’s Day, especially if you’re a dad living with fibromyalgia! We talked on the phone to my dad and my father-in-law. Unfortunately, I didn’t get my dad’s gift mailed to him in time. I had a great idea two weeks ago, but making [...]
Posted: June 18th, 2012 under Fibro Feelings.
Tags: decor, Father's Day, Friends, Relationships
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Fibro Feelings – Spoonie Friends
What is Fibro Feelings? You may remember me telling you about my friend, Jane, a few years ago in my post, Having Positive Relationships. Last weekend I went to a send-off party for her and her husband. They’re moving again, but eventually they’ll return to the area. I’m sad to see them leave, but Jane’s [...]
Posted: June 11th, 2012 under Fibro Feelings.
Tags: Arthritis, Relationships
Comments: 3
Can Intimacy & Chronic Pain Coexist?
YES!! Like many things with chronic pain, it may not be as easy as we’d like, but it certainly can coexist. Recently Arthritis Today had an article by Anne Krueger entitled, Rekindle your Love Life. The article states that, “dozens of studies reveal that a healthy love life reduces stress, releases fell-good endorphins and helps [...]
Posted: March 21st, 2011 under Living with Fibro.
Tags: Arthritis Foundation, Fatigue, Guilt, Intimacy, Love, Pain, Relationships, Research, Sex, Therapy, Yoga
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