Tag: chronic pain

Exhaustion Modes in Full Force

Exhaustion Modes in Full Force

I tend to run in several “modes,” most of which, over time, will wipe me out physically and emotionally. I recently realised that most of my automated modes are “drainers” as opposed to “replenishers” and that, my friends, is not a good thing. Let’s talk …

Current Situation…

Current Situation…

I have a lot to say, but I lack the ability to say it at the moment. I am currently dealing with a massive autoimmune flare, likely brought on by a kidney infection. I’ve also been simultaneously battling a marathon of migraines. I’ve been spending …

In The Floor at 1:00 AM

In The Floor at 1:00 AM

In a flare. Horrible back and neck pain. Pain meds are not touching it. What do I do? Crawl into the floor on a yoga mat at nearly 1:00 AM to do some gentle stretching and “tummy time” in an attempt to get SOME sort …

About Those Cutesy “One Size Fits All” Solutions to Mental Health Challenges…

About Those Cutesy “One Size Fits All” Solutions to Mental Health Challenges…

This morning, after I had taken my morning meds and gotten dressed, I laid back down on the bed for a bit. I played my daily online sessions of Solitaire, Wordle, Quordle, Squareword, Waffle, Cookie Jam, and WordStacks. Yes, I have a little morning goof-off …

If not A, then B, or C, or D will Screw Me Over…

If not A, then B, or C, or D will Screw Me Over…

I put my wheelchair on the charger nightly. I was told to do that by the people from the mobility company. I got this wheelchair brand new (thanks to my insurance paying most of it, and the mobility company approving a hardship application for me …