5 Tips for Dealing with a New Diagnosis

  This article is dedicated to everyone who has just been diagnosed with a chronic illness, in particular those whom I know personally and have done my best to help. It is also dedicated to my dear friend Anita Roberts who never ceases to inspire me (and amaze me!) with her positive spirit and determination.… Continue reading 5 Tips for Dealing with a New Diagnosis

7 Lessons I have Learned from being Diagnosed with a Chronic Illness

  Be patient with yourself and know that you probably won’t get well overnight. It can take months and even years to experience some sense of normalcy again and some people never do, but they learn to adapt. Remember that life may never be the same again. Don’t be afraid to mourn your old life,… Continue reading 7 Lessons I have Learned from being Diagnosed with a Chronic Illness