by April Smith | Jan 4, 2023 | Adaptability & Self-Care
Disclaimer: While I offer tips for maintaining wellness while dealing with a chronic illness, I’m not a licensed medical physician, psychotherapist, or psychologist, and I’m not offering medical or psychiatric advice. For my full disclaimer policy, go here. Are you...
by April Smith | Oct 24, 2022 | Empowerment and Resilience
Before we jump into this week’s post where I share 35 chronic illness quotes to give you hope & encouragement, I need to give a bit of a life update. As you may have noticed, I didn’t post anything last week. And I’ve decided that until further notice, I’ll...
by April Smith | Oct 10, 2022 | Adaptability & Self-Care
Disclaimer: While I offer tips for maintaining wellness while dealing with a chronic illness, I’m not a licensed medical physician, psychotherapist, or psychologist, and I’m not offering medical or psychiatric advice. For my full disclaimer policy, go here. Have you...
by April Smith | Oct 3, 2022 | Coping Strategies & Self-Management Techniques
When I was diagnosed with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, I left the doctor’s office with more questions than answers. There are so many things that I wish I knew when I was diagnosed with a chronic illness. I guess I expected to be given more information...
by April Smith | Sep 12, 2022 | Coping Strategies & Self-Management Techniques
Disclaimer: While I talk about my own experience, and information based on my own research, and offer tips for maintaining wellness while dealing with a chronic illness, I’m not a licensed medical physician, psychotherapist, or psychologist, and I’m not offering...
by April Smith | Sep 5, 2022 | Emotional Well-Being
As this past May marked the 4th anniversary of my diagnosis with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, I’ve found myself reflecting a lot on my experience with getting a diagnosis. I’ve also been reflecting on the major life lessons I’ve learned from living with...
by April Smith | Aug 29, 2022 | Coping Strategies & Self-Management Techniques
Disclaimer: While I talk about my own experience, and information based on my own research, and offer tips for maintaining wellness while dealing with a chronic illness, I’m not a licensed medical physician, psychotherapist, or psychologist, and I’m not offering...
by April Smith | Aug 15, 2022 | Adaptability & Self-Care
Disclaimer: While I offer tips for maintaining wellness while dealing with a chronic illness, I’m not a licensed medical physician, psychotherapist, or psychologist, and I’m not offering medical or psychiatric advice. For my full disclaimer policy, go here. When I was...
by April Smith | Aug 8, 2022 | Adaptability & Self-Care
Disclaimer: While I offer tips for maintaining wellness while dealing with a chronic illness, I’m not a licensed medical physician, psychotherapist, or psychologist, and I’m not offering medical or psychiatric advice. For my full disclaimer policy, go here. Flare days...
by April Smith | Aug 1, 2022 | Emotional Well-Being
Ever wondered why personal growth is a game-changer when you’re dealing with chronic illness? Whether you’re newly diagnosed or a seasoned warrior in the battle against chronic conditions, embracing personal growth can take you from simply surviving to...