Whenever I think about this blog, I'm filled with a sense of pride. I started WorryWarior around Christmas in 2018. I had just come back from my study abroad in France, and was grappling with the major life changes of chronic illness. In pain, depressed, and struggling to handle my emotions, I did what I… Continue reading More
Tag: CFS/ME
Cats and Guinea Pigs
Hi everyone! So, the last time you heard from me, I was in bed, feeling like death warmed over, after testing positive for Covid-19. I have since recovered, almost completely, but there are a few symptoms I'm figuring out. Flashback to Thursday, March 31st. I'd noticed throughout the week that my brain fog was worse… Continue reading Cats and Guinea Pigs
Allergic to Life
Right now I’m doped up on Benadryl, fading in and out on the couch watching HGTV As normal as this sounds (at least for me) this is new. I’m allergic to a few things: cats, dust, the growing stupidity of this nation, but usually my reactions are mild. A bit of sneezing, watery, itchy eyes,… Continue reading Allergic to Life
Learning to Live with Limits
Since I’ve been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and CFS/ME, I’ve been trying to spend my spoons wisely. Take time to rest, prioritize, and self-care. This is a work-in-progress as I’m the type of person who, when I’m set on a project or an idea, I want to see it through start to finish, all in one… Continue reading Learning to Live with Limits
What’s Wrong With You? Part 3: ME/CFS
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. As difficult to diagnose as it is to pronounce, ME is more commonly known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I personally try not to tell people about this diagnosis as they generally believe it’s an excuse to be lazy or complain about being tired. The catch-all name “Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” doesn’t help with misconceptions… Continue reading What’s Wrong With You? Part 3: ME/CFS
Worry Warrior- Life with Chronic Illness 