Mindfulness and RAI recently had the opportunity to take a great workshop that centered on mindfulness and the practice of Tai Chi which was amazing. Along the way I discovered that using...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Mind is Made UpOver the years of contending with RA I have come to realize that there is a need to utilize the skills associated with will power. The thought of practicing will...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Happy HolidaysHow to handle the demands of the holidays with RA. ...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
GratitudeNan discusses the value and purpose of gratitude in our lives and how it enhances our management of RA...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Stepping OutSo for the last couple of years, both of my great toes have been painful, in different ways, and in different spots, but nonetheless, restricting my ability to walk as...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
HAHAHAI LOVE TO LAUGH. I simply cannot imagine my life without humor. I grew up with a particularly witty and fun loving brother and so it is integral to my...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Rise and ShineI still have fond memories from when I was a little girl and my mom would come into my bedroom, first thing in the morning, to wake me up for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Eyes Have ItThis video, offers some strategies to those of us living with RA, for taking care of our eyes all year around - not just in the summer!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Let's Get RealSo how do we deal with the day to day realities of RA? First of all we need to be honest about every aspect of this chronic disease. By that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Car Shopping TipsThis video offers some items for consideration when shopping for a car...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
RA Tag-alongsThe truth is, there isn't really an organ or system of our bodies that are not potentially affected by RA. Why is that? Well, experts agree it is largely due...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Summer StrategiesWe all need some tips for managing our RA during the summer heat - Here a few that might help you have a summer free of added RA issues!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Medication ManagementSome helpful tips on how to be on the lookout for side effects, interactions, and overall medication management with RA...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
You Can Raise AwarenessRaising awareness about RA may sound intimidating but it really is quite simple and very valuable!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Owning "My" RAHave you ever noticed that you refer to your own Rheumatoid Arthritis disease as “my RA”? It did not start out that way, but I think this sheds some interesting...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Better Safe than SorrySeeing your doctor when you start with a "routine" illness is the sensible and safe way to go....here is why....Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
So what?It seems each year, around my birthday, I tend to reflect on purpose; more so now as I approach my last 18 months of full time work. That said, I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Press pauseOver the years, especially since the onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis, I have come to deeply appreciate slowing down over the course of each day and “pressing the pause button” whenever...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Best FriendPets can be a source of comfort and support to those of us with RA. I share how my dog, Leah has done just that for me...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Remission: Real or Wishful Thinking?The concept of remission was not even on my radar during the first year or so after being diagnosed with RA. My physician and I were far too busy trying to...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
