Tag: fibromyalgia

• Tips for Managing Brain Fog

  

  Brain fog, memory loss, and altered mental state plague those of us with chronic illness in many ways. To help you navigate the mists, here are my tips for managing brain fog.

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  April 11, 2023

  Personal Care

  Anxiety, autoimmune, brain fog, chronic, chronic illness, cognition, concentration, dementia, Depression, fatigue, fibromyalgia, ideas, lupus, ME/CFS, memory, Mental illness, mental status, MS, myalgic encephalomyelitis, solutions

• Tips for Choosing Chronic Illness-Friendly Footwear for Women

  

  Finding shoes that don’t exacerbate your symptoms doesn’t mean compromising on style. Here are some tips for choosing chronic illness-friendly shoes that reflect your personality!

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  March 1, 2022

  Fashion and Accessories

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• Walking Canes That Are Anything But Boring

  

  A walking cane is so much more than a medical device. Here are a handful of my favorite canes that make a statement.

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  February 10, 2022

  Medical Equipment

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• Making Gardening Accessible

  

  Chronic illness or disability shouldn’t keep you from the hobbies you love most, including gardening! Here are some simple ideas to make gardening accessible.

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  February 9, 2022

  Hobbies and Recreation

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