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Which is better at relieving arthritis pain and symptoms- aqua or land yoga for arthritis?  Watch the video with two experts, one in aqua and one in land yoga who provide examples of a pose live and discuss the science of yoga for arthritis. Spoonie Quotes, Water Aerobics Workout, Water Yoga, Water Exercises, Water Aerobics, Yoga Therapy, Aerobics Workout, Yoga Tips, Chronic Illness
Land vs. Aqua Yoga for Arthritis
Which is better at relieving arthritis pain and symptoms- aqua or land yoga for arthritis? Watch the video with two experts, one in aqua and one in land yoga who provide examples of a pose live and discuss the science of yoga for arthritis.
Christa Fairbrother Yoga
Christa Fairbrother Yoga 
Lupus Awareness Month is to raise awareness about the symptoms and day to day to life of living with lupus.  Here are some sun safety tips for Put on Purple Day.
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Lupus Awareness and Sun Safety
Lupus Awareness Month is to raise awareness about the symptoms and day to day to life of living with lupus. Here are some sun safety tips for Put on Purple Day.
Christa Fairbrother Yoga
Christa Fairbrother Yoga 
Dating with chronic illness and/or disability isn’t straightforward for either party. In this post, I share my perspective and insights gained, as a person who’s chronically ill and disabled. Spoonie Quotes, Divorced Men, Looking For A Relationship, Bad Eggs, Dating Tips, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Helping Others, Life Lessons
Dating with Chronic Illness (and What I’ve Learned)
Dating with chronic illness and/or disability isn’t straightforward for either party. In this post, I share my perspective and insights gained, as a person who’s chronically ill and disabled.
Contribute your story to help raise awareness for chronic illness, mental health and disability. A Chronic Voice welcomes guest posts, even if you don't have your own website. Visit the page to learn more. Spoonie Quotes, Spoonie Life, Medical Journals, Invisible Illness, Chronic Condition, Chronic Fatigue, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Your Story
Contribute Your Story - Raise Awareness About Chronic Illness
Contribute your story to help raise awareness for chronic illness, mental health and disability. A Chronic Voice welcomes guest posts, even if you don't have your own website. Visit the page to learn more.
Practice sun safety if you live with lupus or any other skin condition.  That's one of the big takeaways for Lupus Awareness Month.  And, these tips work all year long for whatever type of exercise you want to practice in the swimming pool.  For more lupus, sun safety, and aqua yoga tips, read the article which includes a transcript video.
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Lupus Sun Safety
Practice sun safety if you live with lupus or any other skin condition. That's one of the big takeaways for Lupus Awareness Month. And, these tips work all year long for whatever type of exercise you want to practice in the swimming pool. For more lupus, sun safety, and aqua yoga tips, read the article which includes a transcript video.
Christa Fairbrother Yoga
Christa Fairbrother Yoga 
a quote from dalii lamaa about if you think you are too small to make a difference
Chronic Illness Quotes Page for Motivation and Hope
“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.” - Dalai Lama (Visit the page for more inspirational quotes for people with chronic illnesses and disabilities, or simply if you need an affirmation or two!)
“Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.” - Dalai Lama (Visit the page for more quotes to inspire, motivate, grief, hope and laugh to. Specially curated for people with chronic illness and disabilities in mind.) Spoonie Quotes, Unknown Quotes, Lose Something, Get What You Want, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Positive Mindset, Helping People, Best Quotes
Chronic Illness Quotes Page to Grieve, Hope and Laugh to
“Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.” - Dalai Lama (Visit the page for more quotes to inspire, motivate, grief, hope and laugh to. Specially curated for people with chronic illness and disabilities in mind.)
a quote from j k rowling about falling
Inspirational Quotes on Life & More for People with Chronic Illnesses & Disabilities
“It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all, in which case you have failed by default.” - J. K. Rowling (View the page for more quotes on life, success, failure, hope, grief, love and more.)
a woman standing in front of a wall with a quote on it that says never explain your friends do not need it
Quotes on Love, Friendship & More for the Chronically Ill & Disabled
“Never explain - your friends do not need it and your enemies will not believe you anyway.” - Elbert Hubbard (Visit the page for more chronic illness quotes and sayings on friendship, life, love and loss.)
Pin this post for tips on finding meaningful friendships while managing chronic illness! #ChronicIllnessLife #FriendshipTips #MakingFriendsAsAnAdult #ChronicIllnessSupport #LivingWithChronicIllness #BuildingConnections #MentalHealthAwareness Spoonie Quotes, Natural Migraine Relief, Struggles In Life, Warrior Within, Chronic Migraines, Migraine Relief, Crazy Friends, Chronic Condition, Medical History
How to Make New Friends While Managing Chronic Illness
Pin this post for tips on finding meaningful friendships while managing chronic illness! #ChronicIllnessLife #FriendshipTips #MakingFriendsAsAnAdult #ChronicIllnessSupport #LivingWithChronicIllness #BuildingConnections #MentalHealthAwareness
a quote from albert camus about nobody realises that some people expend tremendous energy to be normal
Chronic Illness Awareness Quotes Page
“Nobody realises that some people expend tremendous energy merely to be normal.” - Albert Camus (Visit the chronic illness quotes page for more inspiration, motivation, hope, laughter and if you’re in need of mental and emotional support.
Have you ever wondered what a full-blown seizure feels like? I share insights of a tonic clonic seizure from start to end in the post. Formerly known as a grand mal seizure, it is the most dramatic type of seizure that people often associate with epilepsy. Grand Mal Seizures, Spoonie Quotes, Autoimmune Disease Symptoms, Types Of Seizures, Subconscious Mind, General Knowledge, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Feel Like
What Does a Seizure Feel Like?
Have you ever wondered what a full-blown seizure feels like? I share insights of a tonic clonic seizure from start to end in the post. Formerly known as a grand mal seizure, it is the most dramatic type of seizure that people often associate with epilepsy.
Read about my tonic clonic seizure experiences, as a person with epilepsy. As I also have multiple chronic illness and disabilities, this can make side effects such as brain fog even harder to diagnose. Spoonie Quotes, Autoimmune Disease Symptoms, Short Term Memory, Brain Fog, Subconscious Mind, Chronic Illness, Life Experiences, Chronic Pain, Health Problems
so this is what a tonic clonic seizure feels like
Read about my tonic clonic seizure experiences, as a person with epilepsy. As I also have multiple chronic illness and disabilities, this can make side effects such as brain fog even harder to diagnose.
This post isn’t directly related to chronic illness, but my furry companion is one of my greatest joys in life. He helps me to cope on the bad days, with nothing more than a few furry cuddles. Spoonie Quotes, Puppy Day, Articles Of Faith, Happy Lifestyle, Happy Memories, Working Dogs, Make New Friends, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain
The Way My Dog, Talisker, Brings Me Joy
This post isn’t directly related to chronic illness, but my furry companion is one of my greatest joys in life. He helps me to cope on the bad days, with nothing more than a few furry cuddles.
Ever wondered what NOT to say to your chronically ill friends? 🙄 Just dropped a blog about those gems that make us want to throw our heating pads across the room! Spoiler: "But you don't look sick!" makes me want to respond with "I'm sick, not ugly!"  #WhatNotToSay #ChronicLife #ChronicIllness #InvisibleDisability Spoonie Quotes, Knee Pain Remedy, Parkinsons Awareness, Inspirational Movies, Knee Pain Relief, Healthy Joints, Rough Day, Chronic Condition, Migraine
5 Things You Should Never Say to Someone with Chronic Illness
Ever wondered what NOT to say to your chronically ill friends? 🙄 Just dropped a blog about those gems that make us want to throw our heating pads across the room! Spoiler: "But you don't look sick!" makes me want to respond with "I'm sick, not ugly!" #WhatNotToSay #ChronicLife #ChronicIllness #InvisibleDisability