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How RA Helped My Life!

Hello My name is Tammy and it's so hard to live with RA, but what most people do not think is how RA has made them a stronger person. I have noticed over the years that I could cope with things better than my friends and family. I have a hard day and I just pick myself back up and dust myself off. I am a very strong women and I believe I wouldn't be the same person if I didn't have RA. I have my bad days just like the next person but I try not to fixate on the bad and try and make the best of it. I am also a very positive person and it rubs off onto my family and friends. I am writing this so someone who is going through a rough time can read this and look forward to it getting better because it will get better. My pain is always rough but if I always think and complain about my pain it will only make it worse. For anyone who feels alone or feels like no one understands just know there are people who do understand. This is a great community and there will always be someone to talk and help you through your rough times. If anyone needs help or just wants to talk just comment on any of my stories and I will see them as soon as I can. Thank you for your time.

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