Breaking Old Habits or Building New OnesBreaking old habits or introducing new ones are often difficult things to do. More so if the habit you wish to break...reactionscomments
Staying Connected to Kids When You Can't See Them In PersonNot everyone in the RheumatoidArthritis.net community has children of their own at home, but I know there are many who have grandchildren...reactions3comments
A Moment of Strength in All This UncertaintyThe world has turned upside down around us. It’s like we’re actually living in one of those low budget, high-intensity apocalyptic movies...reactions16comments
No, There Isn't a Reason for Me to Have RAEverything in life happens for a reason. That’s what “they” tell us anyway. In the context of RA, I don’t believe that...reactions3comments
Testing PainSo, one thing I did not consider about the journey with RA, was the pain of the various tests we are subjected...reactionscomments
Fatigue and RA Part 4: BiopsychosocialIn the fourth video in this series, Mike continues a deep dive into rheumatoid arthritis and fatigue. The biopsychosocial model of mental...reactionscomments
Fatigue and RA Part 3: DepressionFatigue isn't just all in your head. It's a real symptom of RA that impacts daily life. This is the third video...reactions5comments
Is It Me or My RA?Lately, I’ve been having some cranky days. I really do take seriously my emotional state and how it influences my rheumatoid arthritis...reactions12comments
Tired and WearyExhausted, fatigued, wrung-out, worn-out, emotionally exhausted, physically exhausted, mentally exhausted, maybe spiritually exhausted also. Do any of these apply to you? I...reactions81comments
Fun with WordsOne of the ways I cope with rheumatoid arthritis is by having fun with words. Creative naming can go a long way...reactions2comments
Is It Spring Yet?It’s that time of year. We wonder if spring is ever coming. Spring comes in fits and starts in the Southeast. We...reactionscomments
A Change in Routine: UpdateA little while ago I wrote about changing my daily routine. I had a full topic for an article because I had...reactions2comments
For Just One Day....I wonder if, like me, you ever daydream about what it would be like to have just one day without RA. I...reactions2comments
Don't Leave Me Hanging on the TelephoneEver since I was first diagnosed with RA 22 years ago, I've had problems--big and small--regarding communication with my healthcare providers. Or...reactionscomments
The Importance of Seeing SpecialistsThe expertise and skills of medical specialists are crucial for managing rheumatoid arthritis and related conditions. A perfect example is that when...reactions6comments
Adjusting to New SpacesAfter a recent move to Virginia, Nan talks about the process of adjusting to new spaces when living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA)...reactions1comment
20 for 2020I'm having a hard time believing that it's now the year 2020, despite what the calendar says. I can still clearly remember...reactions2comments
A Model for Fatigue and RAFatigue is an invisible and incredibly difficult aspect of living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This ongoing symptom is not well understood and...reactions2comments
Biomarkers and Treatment PlansSince my diagnosis just over eight years ago, I’ve steadily worked my way through all the biologics except one. Your body can...reactions4comments
Yes, Valentine's Day Reminds Us of LoveSo, in the interests of transparency, my birthday is on Valentine’s Day and my last name is Hart, so I do have...reactions1comment
