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Should You Drive During a Migraine Episode?
People with migraine are legally allowed to drive without restrictions, but that doesn’t mean it’s a safe choice when you are in the middle of a migraine episode.
August 30, 2022
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If You Love Someone with Migraine, This Wish List Can Help You Find the Perfect Gift
A thoughtful gift for someone with migraine can go a long way. Here's what to buy and not to buy.
November 22, 2023
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Working for Yourself: Pros and Cons of Being Your Own Boss
Kathy Reagan describes the challenges and benefits of working for yourself when you live with a chronic illness.
November 28, 2023
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Workplace Stress Worsened My Chronic Illness
My Crohn's disease came out of remission after 10 years, and I believe workplace stress played a major role. Here's how I handled it.
November 20, 2023
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How to Find Meaning After Grieving the Former You
After my diagnosis, it took time to accept my new life. But I still struggled to understand its meaning. The sixth stage of grief helped me find meaning.
November 02, 2023
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How Movement Became My Medicine
I was only 4 years old when I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Slowly but surely I started to understand the consequences of missing playtime and not moving my body.
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Gardening Is My Mindfulness Practice of Choice — Here’s Why
Watching my plants grow and bloom, as well as the benefits of grounding, are just some of the ways gardening teaches me to be more mindful for my chronic illness.
August 23, 2023
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The Mindflight Journal: A Journal for Chronic Illness
Meet Nicole and Aisley, the mom and daughter partnership behind the Mindflight Journal. Building from their own experiences, they've designed a journal for those living with chronic illnesses. Trust me, it's a game-changer.
April 04, 2023
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Side Hustles to Start Now for Extra Holiday Money
Kathy Reagan shares advice and resources for earning extra income and avoiding scams in this Patients Getting Paid column.
October 26, 2023
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5 Yoga Practices to Consider If You Live with a Chronic Condition
Yoga is an accessible way to get your body moving that can provide a range of health benefits. Here's how to get started.
October 19, 2023
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I’m a Patient Getting Paid — and You Can Be Too
In this column, Kathy Reagan shares advice, resources, and stories to help others navigate the world of work while living with a chronic illness.
September 20, 2023
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Planning an Event? Here Are 6 Reasons It Really Needs to Be Accessible
Not only is it the law, but planning an ADA-compliant event shows you care about people living with disabilities.
December 13, 2022
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17 Great Chronically Ill and Disabled Content Creators to Follow
There are countless chronic condition and disability advocates on social media committed to spreading awareness and breaking down stigma. Here are 17 who are making an incredible impact.
September 20, 2023
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What to Know if You're Considering Taking Magnesium for Migraine
Research suggests that magnesium may help reduce migraine frequency and severity. This article covers the potential benefits of magnesium for migraine as well as the different types of magnesium.
July 03, 2023
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A Public Health Crisis: Preventing Loneliness in Chronic Illness
Loneliness is more prevalent than ever in the U.S. — and people with chronic illness are likely familiar with it. Here's how to stay socially connected even when symptoms or flare-ups get in your way.
June 30, 2023
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Painting Migraine Visions to Release Frustration and Find Peace
An interview with Priya Rama, an artist living with migraine. She shares how painting is therapeutic and helps her manage her experiences with chronic illness.
August 11, 2023
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How ASMR Can Benefit People with Chronic Illness
If you live with a chronic illness, ASMR may help you feel relaxed, comforted, or even relieved from chronic pain. But triggers aren't the same for everyone.
June 28, 2023
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Should You Disclose Your Diagnosis at Work?
The decision of whether or not to share your chronic condition diagnosis with an employer or potential employer is personal. Here's my story and some things to consider as you make the choice.
May 25, 2023
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Consistency Is Overrated
Consistency helps us feel safe and reduces anxiety. But it also can create unreasonable expectations. Here’s how to redefine consistency (and success) so you’re OK with the ebbs and flows of life.
April 20, 2023
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The Importance of Being a Hustle Culture Dropout When You’re Chronically Ill
The constant pressure to go-go-go took a toll on both my physical and mental health. Then I realized I could opt out.
February 21, 2023
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How to be Supportive When Your Partner Has a Chronic Condition
When your partner lives with a chronic condition it can be hard to know the best ways to support them. Here's how I would want a partner to support me in my daily life with chronic illness.
March 21, 2023
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6 Ways to Use the Spoon Theory to Improve Communication in Your Relationship
Communication is key to any healthy relationship. The spoon theory, a popular metaphor in the chronic condition community, is a tool that can help strengthen your bond.
February 13, 2023
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5 Vitamins and Minerals to Be Aware of If You Live with Migraine
There are so many products on the market that claim to treat migraine symptoms. Here's what to know if you're considering supplements.
July 27, 2023
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How the Spoon Theory Helps Me Explain My Health
It can be hard to explain the way that a chronic condition impacts your daily energy. The spoon theory is a clever way to help get the point across.
January 29, 2023
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Why Making Exercise a Priority Helps Me Manage Migraine
Working out helps me manage migraine, but making exercise a habit is hard. Here are five types of movement that have helped me stay consistent in my exercise routine.
February 10, 2023
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Realistic Approaches to Setting Resolutions When You Live with a Chronic Condition
Living with a chronic condition often means working within your body’s parameters, which can mean editing your expectations. Always give yourself grace and remember that your New Year’s resolutions — if you choose to set them — don’t have to “match” anyone else’s. They only have to feel helpful to you.
December 24, 2022
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How I Make It Through the Holidays with Chronic Migraine
Despite the holidays being a joyful time for many, it can be a challenging time for those of us living with migraine. Holiday events can come with many triggers and often I feel pressure to be merry and join in on the fun. Here are five tips to make this holiday season less stressful and more festive if you live with migraine.The holiday season can feel stressful when you live with migraine. Preparing ahead and sticking to a routine can help.
December 22, 2022
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I Tried Integrative Medicine for Migraine — Here’s What I Learned
Some natural remedies are more widely researched than others, I'm grateful to have found a treatment plan that has helped me.
January 25, 2023
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8 Things I Learned During My First Year of Being a Parent with Chronic Illness
Being able to have kids was my first surprise. I've faced a lot of other challenges and surprises in the first year of my son's life. Here's what I learned and my advice.
December 12, 2022
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7 Tips for Talking with Friends and Family About Your Chronic Illness
Letting your loved ones know about your symptoms, triggers, and boundaries can help them better support you — and help you feel less alone. Writer and activist Nia G. explains how she approaches those conversations with her friends and family.
December 21, 2022
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How to Set and Achieve Your Goals with Chronic Illness
Managing your chronic illness on top of life's everyday tasks can be overwhelming. These tips can help you find the motivation and inspiration you need to reach your goals.
October 07, 2022
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How I Navigate Professional Life While Living with a Chronic Illness
When I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), I was terrified that my career was over. These tips helped me adapt my work life so that I could excel.
October 11, 2022
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Vacation Migraine Attacks Are a Thing: Here’s How I Avoid Them
It can be stressful, frustrating, and painful when a migraine attack disrupts your vacation. Here is my advice for managing migraine on your next getaway.
October 03, 2022
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When You Don’t Live with a Chronic Condition, You Don’t See the Full Picture
Some of the most difficult parts of living with chronic illness are the aspects that others don't see.
September 15, 2022
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7 Tips for Enjoying Live Music Events If You Live with Migraine
Music concerts can involve factors that trigger a migraine attack. Here are the steps I take to prepare for an event.
November 21, 2022
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When You Live With Chronic Migraine, Music Can Be a Blessing and a Curse
Music can trigger migraine episodes, but music therapy may also help people navigate chronic migraine. Nandini Maharaj shares how her relationship with music has evolved over the years as she has learned to manage her migraine symptoms.
July 18, 2022
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Mindset Matters: Who Am I with Chronic Illness? Acceptance and Letting Go
Mindset Matters is a space to learn about the mental and emotional aspects of living with chronic illness. Nat Kelley, a certified life and mindset coach, shares how coming to terms with her ulcerative colitis diagnosis was hard, but it allowed her to build a more compassionate relationship with herself.
July 25, 2022
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How My Dogs Help Me Navigate Chronic Migraine
The unpredictability of living with chronic migraine can be stressful. My dogs bring my life levity, comfort, and structure in a way that makes even my hardest days easier.
June 23, 2022
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5 Tips for Safe Backcountry Adventures When You’re Living with a Chronic Condition
Wherever you're starting out on your outdoor recreation journey, these five tips from experienced, outdoorsy chronic illness warriors will help you find your way.
May 12, 2022
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What I Eat in a Day with Chronic Migraine
A migraine-friendly eating plan doesn't have to be boring or feel limiting.
March 01, 2022
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How Modeling Empathy to My Toddler Helps Me Navigate Chronic Pain
Learning to practice self-compassion when pain or emotional triggers arise can be a beautiful teaching moment for children.
February 14, 2022
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6 Tips for Setting Nutrition Goals When You Live with a Chronic Condition
6 Tips for Setting Nutrition Goals When You Live with a Chronic Condition
March 24, 2022
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How Chronic Illness Helped Me Cultivate Better Reading Habits
Through bibliotherapy I've learned that books can offer greater insight and healing than I ever imagined, as long as I pay attention.
January 11, 2022
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Your Holiday Gift Guide for Spoonies, by Spoonies
These gift ideas, from seven small businesses run by people living with chronic conditions, will help make this holiday season even more festive.
November 10, 2022
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5 Benefits of Disclosing Your Diagnosis While Dating
There is so much power, beauty, and potential that exists in revealing your health condition to a new dating partner.
November 30, 2021
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How to Be Your Own Best Advocate When You’re Living with a Chronic Illness
Good self-advocacy in medical settings requires a complicated balance of confidence and humility.
May 13, 2021
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How I Created Joy Through Chronic Pain and a Pandemic
This past year taught me that there is a resilience inside me that circumstances, including chronic migraine and the COVID-19 pandemic, cannot touch.
March 05, 2021
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5 Tips for Managing Pregnancy Challenges with Migraine
Managing migraine throughout pregnancy can be a challenge, but there are options that can help limit attacks.
January 15, 2021
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7 Tips for Living with Migraine in the Zoom Era
For many people living with migraine, constant Zoom calls and increased stress during the pandemic has led to more pain days. Here’s how to adapt to this new normal life with migraine.
January 14, 2021
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6 Tweaks to Make Working from Home with Migraine Work
Living with migraine is hard enough. Trying to do your job while staring at a screen from your couch during an attack can feel downright impossible.
January 08, 2021
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The Value of Pursuing Hobbies When You’re Living with a Chronic Illness
Finding activities that you’re passionate about and can enjoy despite your condition can lead to a richer life.
May 25, 2021
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9 Ways to Make Long-Haul Quarantine More Sustainable
These tips may help add some ease to your quarantined days.
December 08, 2020
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How I Created Flexible, Remote Work While Living with a Chronic Illness
I was productive, I had purpose, and I was bringing in an income, all while taking good care of myself.
September 16, 2020
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Think You Can’t Have Good Sex After a Chronic Illness Diagnosis? Think Again
Your sex life shouldn't be halted because of bad advice, embarrassed doctors, or a lack of knowledge.
February 10, 2021
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5 Ways to Support Loved Ones Living with Migraine This Holiday Season
Heading into the holidays with migraine can feel incredibly daunting. If someone you know is living with migraine, here's how you can offer support this holiday season.
November 05, 2021
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How to Communicate When Loved Ones Aren’t Accepting of Your Chronic Illness
Having a chronic illness can be a challenging experience, and it can feel even more challenging without the full support of those closest to you.
November 12, 2021
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How to Create Holiday Boundaries When You Have a Chronic Condition
When you're living with a chronic condition, understanding and communicating your needs is imperative. These boundaries can be especially important during the busy holiday season.
October 26, 2022
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Love and Disability: How to Tell Your Date About Your Chronic Illness
Knowing your person is out there doesn’t make disclosing your health history any easier, but these tips can help.
August 18, 2020