Looking with intention
Thoughts on how life with a chronic illness changed the way I see myself and others.
Tag: body image
World Health Day 2017: Reflections on life with depression and lymphedema
In managing and treating our physical health, we must be mindful not to neglect our emotional and mental health in the process.
Lessons from a lunar eclipse
While reflecting on the symbology of eclipses, of the significance of things being revealed over time and of trusting in the things we cannot control, I was reminded of my experience with lymphedema.
“I always end up still feeling good about my body”: How one woman with Parkes Weber Syndrome stays positive
Isa-Bella shares her story of positivity and hope in her own words.
Daring to Bare
Each day that I combat my fears is another day affirming my self-worth, and those negative voices in my head get that much quieter.
“Facing a ticking clock”
“Sometimes I feel like I am facing a ticking clock, ticking down the number of days in which I can live a semi-normal life, or at least appear to do so to the outside world.”
Lymphie Stories: Donna S.
Submitted by Donna S., August 2012. I am 34 years old and 2 1/2 years ago my left leg startedContinue Reading
Body Image, part 2
How I remain mindful of my lymphedema in the midst of eating disorder recovery.
Body Image
Today kicks off this year’s National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and I thought it would be a perfect time toContinue Reading