Welcome to
Helping those with chronic illness get out of survival mode.
spoonie
[spoo-nee]
noun
“Spoonie” is a term coined by chronic illness blogger Christine Miserandino that refers to people who live with chronic illness(es).
Hi, I’m April –
your new internet spoonie friend here to help you learn to live well & thrive through chronic illness.
Sharing tips for personal growth and how to navigate the chronic illness life.
Here you’ll find blog posts and free resources to help you start living your life by design – not by diagnosis.
I’ll be your guide as you learn about:
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what effective & accessible self-care and personal growth looks like
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how to manage the emotional ups and downs that come with having a chronic illness
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self-advocacy and nurturing allyships by reading the lived experiences of someone with a chronic illness
Get the tips & tools you need to start thriving
through your chronic illness & living life on your terms.
Personal Growth
Self-Care
Life Through the Lens of Chronic Illness
Emotional Wellness
On the blog…
The Top 10 Chronic Illness Blog Posts I’ve Loved Lately
I’ve gathered the top 10 chronic illness blog posts I’ve loved lately right here – just for you! This is my way of creating community between my fellow spoonies, as well as other spoonie bloggers.
How to Empower Yourself with Chronic Illness Self-Management
Chronic illness self-management is a hugely beneficial way that we can take back some control of our lives – even if our self-management toolbox includes the ability to ask for and accept help. In this post, I share the basics of chronic illness self-management, why it’s important, and some ideas to help you get started.
The Best Self-Care Tips for Chronic Illness
Navigating flare days when you have a chronic illness is hard. But knowing how to practice effective self-care can make coping with the ups and downs of being a spoonie so much easier. Learn the best self-care tips for chronic illness to help you navigate these flare days with a little more ease & relief.
Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts
about living with chronic illness?
