How RA and Chronic Illness Make Us More Empathetic...Why do those of us who live with rheumatoid arthritis and chronic illness make such good caretakers? Well, I think it comes down to 1 thing — the "e" word... By Daniel Malito4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
It’s Not Patience, It’s Exhaustion...My husband Richard knows my true nature. I try to hide it and improve upon it, but the truth is that I am impatient. People mistake my exhaustion for patience... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Rx for Sulfasalazine for seroneg. NEWLY diagnosed RA ...I have not started it yet ... so I am reaching out for some support, some anecdotal stories of starting on meds, and to help me navigate this new...Reactions0reactionsComments20 repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatmentSeronegative RA
Three Things I've Learned About Living Well With RA...In Remarkable Recovery, Barasch and Hirshberg talk about how important it is to have a support system, but not just any support system.... By Kathryn Elton, OTR5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Learning the Ropes...Diagnosed a little over a year ago with RA, it gave me answers for the frustration I had been experiencing with my joints and body. I’m 57 and have seronegative... By kattang2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
It’s a #SelfCareAware Soiree!...It can be hard to put yourself first and attend to your own needs - and so we want to help support you....Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
This Decision is Between My Husband and Me . . . and My RA...My rheumatologist did not support my space-the-kids-three-years-apart plan, as it would result in my being off of biologics long enough to contribute to... By Tamara Haag3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Helpful Tips for Everyday Life: RA Tells a Complex Story...I could keep on hand and use in tandem with my medications to support my health and provide relief when I entered any type of flare-up.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
That Thing No One Talks About...We call them our “mommy/daddy friends” and we try to help and support each other as much as we can.... By Mariah Z. Leach5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
World Arthritis Day 2014...In sharing my own story I have connected with other wonderful people living with arthritis and found support.... By Mariah Z. Leach2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How to Know When to Switch Rheumatologists...They are supposed to be there for you to support and help you the best that they can.... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Tips for a Tolerable Pregnancy...Sleep support.... By Tamara Haag5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Milestones, Chronic Disease, and Reassessment...After some ideas for rest and support, we prayed together. Housekeeping is the one thing I routinely let go of.... By Mary Sophia Hawks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments29 comments
Chronic Pain and Mental Drain...The support, encouragement, and the realization that I was not alone have ministered to my soul. This is crucial to our survival. 2.... By Mary Sophia Hawks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
30 Things I’m Grateful for Learning While Having RA and Turning 30...The unconditional support of my family and boyfriend 2. The support of my friends 3. The health and happiness of my family and friends 4.... By asbra1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Facing the truth...They need our support. They need our encouragement. Most of all they need our honesty. ... By Nan Hart4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
My Time is Valuable: Or, How to Talk About Being Immunocompromised...These spaces support the physical and mental health of everyone and should be prioritized.... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Car Shopping for RA...(not just vertically) so that I can get the support I need.... By Tamara Haag5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Lessons from The Who...Singing was clearly painful, but he performed vocals on a song and the crowd went crazy with support and enthusiasm.... By Kelly Mack2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Pillow Queen...If I’m able to sleep on my side, as is my preference, I need a pillow behind my back to support my hips.... By Tamara Haag3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
