Looking with intention
Thoughts on how life with a chronic illness changed the way I see myself and others.
Stay elevated.
Thoughts on how life with a chronic illness changed the way I see myself and others.
In managing and treating our physical health, we must be mindful not to neglect our emotional and mental health in the process.
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.
Isa-Bella shares her story of positivity and hope in her own words.
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.
“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.”
Submitted by Donna S., August 2012. I am 34 years old and 2 1/2 years ago my left leg startedContinue Reading
How I remain mindful of my lymphedema in the midst of eating disorder recovery.
Today kicks off this year’s National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and I thought it would be a perfect time toContinue Reading