by April Smith | Jan 21, 2025 | Accessible Self-Care
If you’ve ever read about morning routines online, you’ve likely come across lists that include things like waking up at 5 a.m., hitting the gym, and completing a dozen tasks before breakfast. For those of us with chronic illness, those kinds of routines aren’t just...
by April Smith | Jan 14, 2025 | Routines & Lifestyle Adjustments
A few years ago, before I learned the importance of managing my energy, my days felt like a chaotic game of chance. I’d wake up and dive into tasks, trying to keep up with everyone around me. Some days I’d power through a long to-do list, feeling a false sense of...
by April Smith | Jan 7, 2025 | Living With Chronic Illness
Living with chronic illness can feel like walking on a tightrope, trying to balance your health, responsibilities, and well-being without toppling over. I’ve been there—grappling with the unpredictability, feeling like stability was out of reach. But over time, I’ve...
by April Smith | Jan 2, 2025 | Building Resilience
Living with a chronic illness often feels like life is pulling you along for the ride, but it doesn’t have to be that way. What if you could take back the reins and create a life that’s not just about surviving but thriving? That’s where personal growth comes in. By...
by April Smith | Dec 23, 2024 | Pacing & Adaptability
When I was first diagnosed with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) in 2018, I felt completely overwhelmed. The idea of managing a chronic illness—let alone my life—seemed impossible. I was ready to hand over the reins to my neurologist, trusting they’d guide...
by April Smith | Dec 16, 2024 | Accessible Self-Care
This post was originally published in August 2022 and has been updated to include even more practical and accessible self-care tips for managing life with chronic illness. Whether you’re new to navigating self-care or looking for fresh ideas, this updated guide...
by April Smith | Dec 9, 2024 | Building Resilience
This post was originally published in August 2022. It has been updated to reflect new insights, additional tips, and an improved format to better support those navigating life with chronic illness. Have you felt like your purpose slipped away? If you’re struggling to...
by April Smith | Dec 2, 2024 | Accessible Self-Care
This post was originally published in August of 2022 and has been updated to provide the most up-to-date information on EFT Tapping and better reflect my current writing style. I’ve added new insights, practical tips, and examples to make it even more helpful for...
by April Smith | Nov 26, 2024 | Pacing & Adaptability
This post was originally published on December 2, 2023, and has been updated to include fresh tips and insights for navigating the holiday season with chronic illness. The update ensures the content remains relevant and actionable, helping you embrace the holidays...
by April Smith | Nov 19, 2024 | Accessible Self-Care
Have you ever had one of those days where you’re exhausted just from the effort of deciding what needs to happen next? For many of us, energy can feel like a precious, limited resource, making even the smallest choices feel overwhelming. That’s where routines come in...
