6 Ways You Learn to Accept Living with a Chronic Condition Positive psychologists describe acceptance as embracing “all of your attributes, both positive or negative.” Coming to a place of acceptance is a major part of moving forward and finding meaning in your life. But what does that look like when living with a chronic…
How to Stay Present as You Grieve Your Chronic Illness Most people believe that grief occurs mainly with the loss of a loved one or a job. But facing your grief can be even harder when your health is declining or you’ve received a health diagnosis. Here are three ways it’s hard to stay present…
How to Know if Your Teen is Struggling with their Chronic Illness Sometimes your teenager will show behaviors that you might assume are happening simply because they’re “just being a teenager.” But how do you really know whether your teen is “doing what teenagers do” or if the behavior is because of their chronic illness? …
7 Things to Expect When Working with a Chronic Illness Therapist There are many benefits to participating in therapy for your mental health. But it’s important to work with a therapist who is trained to help chronically ill people when you have a chronic illness. Here are seven things to expect when working with a…
5 Reasons You’re Feeling Medical Appointment Anxiety A chronic illness diagnosis can affect your mental health, but more specifically, medical appointment anxiety is a universal concern, even before a diagnosis has been made. With so many unknowns of what will happen during the appointment, your mind and body are likely to respond in ways that…
4 Signs You are Having an Identity Crisis While Living with a Chronic Illness An identity crisis is a period of time when you feel confused about who you are and the role you play in your life – typically expected during adulthood. But living with a chronic illness can change how you see yourself…
5 Signs that You are Feeling Unsupported with Your Chronic Illness As a person with a chronic illness, you are likely to come across people that are unsupportive when it comes to your health. Here are some signs that can leave you feeling unsupported. #1. Feeling like “No one else gets it.” Chances are high…
Coping With The Emotions That Come Up When Married To A Chronically Ill Spouse Marriage is full of many ups and downs, and those moments can feel more intense when married to a chronically ill spouse. Here are some ways to cope with four common emotions that come up along the way. Anxiety/Worries Many people…
Parental Advice For Helping A Child Cope With A Chronic Illness One of the hardest things to do as a parent is to witness your child struggle with health issues – especially ones with no cure. Even though you can’t control what’s happening to them, here are ways to start helping a child cope with…
6 Things to Consider when Adjusting to Life with a Chronic Illness Life has its way of changing things when you least expect them, especially when it comes to your health. Let’s talk about some of the things to expect when adjusting to life with a chronic illness. #1. Feeling the Pressure to “Do it…