Navigating Autoimmune Healing Without Succumbing to Dietary FadsIn today's society, the prevalence of autoimmune conditions, such as ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), is rising. These conditions, affecting...reactions2comments
Health Anxiety and My Axial SpondyloarthritisOver the past few months, I have struggled to cope with my health anxiety. On some days it's just as prevalent as...reactions1comment
Bad Air Quality, Wildfires, and Flare-UpsLiving with a chronic condition like AxSpa can be challenging on its own, but when external factors exacerbate the symptoms, the struggle...reactions2comments
Making Camping Trips Doable With ASOne of our family’s favorite pastimes has always been going away camping. I’ve missed quite a few of those trips over the...reactions2comments
Finally Meeting Some Super SpooniesWhen I was first diagnosed with an arthritic condition, I felt very confused and alone. I always thought arthritis was a bit of knee pain that my grandmother used as...reactionscomments
I Got Disability Support!I have something very exciting to share! After 6 whole years of applying, getting denied, appealing, and getting denied again, I’ve finally...reactions12comments
2 Tips for Flying With Ankylosing SpondylitisFlying is always a nightmare with ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Even when I've flown in best-case scenarios—like in an upgraded premium seat—the pain...reactions5comments
Getting Complacent With Self CareHaving a chronic illness like AS can be utterly exhausting. Not only are we already exhausted from the fatigue that it forces...reactions4comments
The Stress FlareI’ve been having trouble sleeping at night. I’ve been stressed, and not only am I struggling to quiet my mind enough to...reactions5comments
Managing Seasonal Joint Pain for a More Fulfilling LifeThere was a time when the changing seasons used to bring me joy, but now it seems to give me joint pain...reactions5comments
Faking it With Ankylosing SpondylitisI am a faker. I admit it. But I bet it is not what you are thinking. I fake people out about...reactions2comments
Making Planning Work For YouLife is a tug of war between disruptive chaos and the things we want and need to do. Lots of cool things...reactions2comments
A Year of PhysiotherapyI went to physiotherapy from February 2022 to February 2023. Prior to starting physio, I was unable to be active. I could...reactions2comments
How Goal Setting Can Help Us Self-Manage Chronic IllnessAs a health coach most of my time is spent working with people on making positive behavior change. Following a diagnosis like...reactions4comments
Let's Find Some Positivity Out of This Chronic IllnessHaving a chronic illness of any sort is hard. It's a hard pill to swallow. Receiving a diagnosis or having to live...reactions2comments
Navigating Work Stressors With an Autoimmune Disease: Tips for SuccessLiving with an autoimmune condition like axSpA can present unique challenges in various aspects of life, including work. Multiple symptoms, from lower...reactions5comments
How Sound Healing Can Help With AxSpa SymptomsAt the beginning of March, I went to a sound healing session in a lovely venue, beautiful Church, here in Edinburgh. I...reactions5comments
Spinal Surgery Complications: I Have a Loose AS ScrewOuch, that hurt. That was what I told my back surgeon recently when he touched one of those spots that ache constantly. You may...reactions4comments
My Chronic Struggles With Keeping Up With RepliesWe live in a bit of a "now culture" where people want everything instantly – including replies to text messages and emails...reactions15comments
The Power of My WhiteboardWhen in doubt, write it down. As someone who has for so long relied on a very strong memory, AxSpA put a...reactions4comments
