Supporting loved ones who live with chronic health issues is not always an easy task. The things we typically do to rally around a person with an illness aren’t always sustainable long term and can lead to strained relationships and communication…
Supporting loved ones who live with chronic health issues is not always an easy task. The things we typically do to rally around a person with an illness aren’t always sustainable long term and can lead to strained relationships and communication…
Avulux lenses function as a migraine preventative and treatment by absorbing specific wavelengths of light that have been identified as irritants to migraine sensitive eyes. As they filter light, the lenses are designed to protect your eyes, and effectively your brain, from being triggered into an attack…
I’ve realized there is no timeline for how long certain emotions need to be felt in order to be ready to dissipate, and that it is my responsibility to look after each one that comes up within me with loving, patient, tenderness…
The challenges of CM become even more difficult if you don’t know how to ask for help from those closest to you. Friends and family may say, “How can I help? or “Let me know if there is anything you need!” This can be difficult to respond to when you aren’t even sure what your needs are…
I’ve relied on the Summit for the past three years as one of the most informative and impactful resources in my toolbox for becoming an engaged and educated migraine patient advocate…
Once you’re a member of this club, you know that even on the worst days of your life, you don’t get a name tag for the day that says, “I’m struggling. Please be kind to me”…
Life is full of ups and downs, ebbs and flows. And the chronic illness life in particular can have some low lows that are totally outside of your control. I realized that giving myself a permission slip to accept and allow that process to occur took some of the pressure off my coping skills.
I’ve used this practice before — writing a letter to my tenacity, fear, heart, etc… — and thought I would try out writing to my restlessness. What came forth was a very gentle voice asking for pause, for slow and for space…
When I found out about the new Migraine Healthline app I was so thrilled for our community. It is a blend of community support, education and resources for living life to the fullest with migraine…
