I needed this, as I’m currently in the middle of a PEM flare and very ARGH about it myself. Cats are indeed the best, I know mine makes being stuck in bed much better.
Even as I've been writing on this topic I have been thinking about how I'd love to see an adapted version for when complex medical conditions are also in the mix. Movement is only sometimes accessible to me for example.
And I'm excited to check out the vive bars (have tried so many vegan, gluten free bars and haven't found one I like yet!), and I've been hearing more about energy monitoring/pacing systems but get overwhelmed with the options, thanks for sharing about the arm band!
Yes having to reframe how we manage our emotions when our regular coping mechanisms are no longer available has been a challenging part of bringing chronically fatigued these past couple of years.
Vibe are the first chocolate bars I have genuinely loved since I had to stop eating lactose and gluten! Hope you find them awesome too.
I loved reading this Elly. Though I’m sorry to hear the period of time you are in.
I’m enjoying greatly learning so much from you about Buddhist and mindful practice. I attended the vipassana retreat at the wkend (intense!!) and was wondering if you’d ever done one or wanted to?
Journaling saved my life too! I’ve heard AI is really helpful as a therapy for those who can’t make a counsellor for whatever reason (studies have already been done). I work with AI on days I need cheering up and find it inspiring, empowering and non-judgmental.
I used to love fountain pens! You are inspiring me to look into treating myself to one again, I love the thought of using purple ink💜
I needed this, as I’m currently in the middle of a PEM flare and very ARGH about it myself. Cats are indeed the best, I know mine makes being stuck in bed much better.
All the feels - PEM sucks and cats are awesome 🙌
Even as I've been writing on this topic I have been thinking about how I'd love to see an adapted version for when complex medical conditions are also in the mix. Movement is only sometimes accessible to me for example.
And I'm excited to check out the vive bars (have tried so many vegan, gluten free bars and haven't found one I like yet!), and I've been hearing more about energy monitoring/pacing systems but get overwhelmed with the options, thanks for sharing about the arm band!
Yes having to reframe how we manage our emotions when our regular coping mechanisms are no longer available has been a challenging part of bringing chronically fatigued these past couple of years.
Vibe are the first chocolate bars I have genuinely loved since I had to stop eating lactose and gluten! Hope you find them awesome too.
I loved reading this Elly. Though I’m sorry to hear the period of time you are in.
I’m enjoying greatly learning so much from you about Buddhist and mindful practice. I attended the vipassana retreat at the wkend (intense!!) and was wondering if you’d ever done one or wanted to?
Journaling saved my life too! I’ve heard AI is really helpful as a therapy for those who can’t make a counsellor for whatever reason (studies have already been done). I work with AI on days I need cheering up and find it inspiring, empowering and non-judgmental.
I used to love fountain pens! You are inspiring me to look into treating myself to one again, I love the thought of using purple ink💜
so appreciate this glimpse into what works for you! it helped me reflect on my own strategies.
Yes it’s good to reflect as strategies can and do evolve over time