The Spoon Theory is a metaphor created by Christine Miserandino to help explain the limited energy and…
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What is Internalized Ableism and How to Overcome It
Internalized ableism happens when individuals with disabilities start to think and feel negatively about themselves…
How to Truly Recover From Caregiver Burnout
Chronic illness takes a profound toll on individuals. It’s also really challenging on their caregivers,…
10 Examples of Disability Discrimination in the Workplace
In a previous post, I covered what can be considered a reasonable accommodation at work….
Why Do People With Chronic Illness Feel So Unlovable?
In the spirit of yesterday’s Valentine’s Day post, I thought I would delve deeper into…
What is Chronic Illness Burnout and How To Manage It
People who live with chronic illnesses often deal with unique challenges every single day. From…
Problems with Dynamic Disabilities and Illnesses
While the term ‘dynamic disability’ is not widely recognized or used in standard medical or…
Is Alopecia or Hair Loss Considered a Disability?
Hair loss affects millions of people worldwide, and it can have a significant impact on…
Are Food Allergies Considered a Disability?
Millions of people contend with food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities, such as a peanut allergy…
Everything You Need to Know About Brain Fog
Brain fog is such an elusive concept to me. I had honestly never even heard…