My Fibromyalgia Life Story, by Josy Tabb

Hiya,My name’s Joanne but I prefer Josy. I adopted the nickname when I was 11 and I am now 40 (birthday during Covid lockdown so - I am still kinda 39 as I didn’t celebrate it).I have suffered from fatigue and pain for most of my life. The doctors said it was more in my head…

Everything you need to know about Medical Gaslighting

Here is one we can all relate to … In my story, My Long Journey to Diagnosis, I explain just how traumatic my journey to diagnosis was. The medical gaslighting I experienced was horrifying! Some of the things told to me: There is nothing wrong with you (Seriously! I’m so happy but there IS something…

Fibro caused by Stress, by Gyna-Monica Herrera

At the beginning of 2013, my marriage started to fall apart (my husband cheated), and I couldn't put it behind me like I thought I could. I didn't realize that the stress of that whole incident was going to cause my 1st fibro flare, which wouldn't be diagnosed until November that year (2013). My life did…

Story of Determination, Resistance, Strength, and Hope by Roberta Distante

Hi there, My name is Roberta Distante, I’m a 38-year-old Italian PhD economist based in Copenhagen, Denmark. “Let’s observe symptoms and developments for some time. I would like to be cautious before diagnosing you with fibromyalgia; you’re too young” The look in her eyes was sincerely compassionate and worried. This is how one of the…

Learning to Climb Mountains by Jenna Nichols

Personally, I'm not sure where the key to understanding my illness begins. As far back as I can remember I haven't felt well. I remember being a young child, crying to my mother that I just didn't feel okay. When I was 5 years old, my mother, my brother, and I were sick with mononucleosis.…

The Fibro Wife Painful & Proud by Emma Boyland

Hi Everyone, I’m Emma, a 30, soon to be 31, year old Mumma and wife who lives with Fibromyalgia. I say lives with as it’s like the annoying hotel guest on holiday blaring the music in the room next to you or the one falling over the loungers at the pool because they are drunk.…

Adding My Face to Fibromyalgia Awareness, Katelynn Winn

Katelynn Winn suffers from Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), psychogenic seizures, and mental health . While Katelynn is not yet ready to share her story, she has agreed to add her face to Faces of Fibromyalgia. You can connect with Katelynn by following her on Instagram. Fibro Ramblings: Thanks so much Katelyn! I am…

Adding My Face to Fibromyalgia Awareness, Apryl Goodwin

Fibromyalgia warrior, Apryl Goodwin, suffers from Fibromyalgia. While Apryl is not yet ready to share her story, she has agreed to add her face to Faces of Fibromyalgia. I am so grateful that she has shared this, as each face added raises awareness. You can connect with Apryl by following her on Instagram.

My Journey with Fibromyalgia, by Amy Duitsman

Fibro Warrior, Amy Duitsman, suffers from Fibromyalgia. Amy has added her face and story to Faces of Fibromyalgia. I am so grateful that she has shared this, as each story told raises awareness and helps fellow sufferers. You can connect with Amy by following her on Instagram. THE SCARS YOU SHARE BECOME LIGHTHOUSES FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE…

Living with Fibro for More Than 9 Years Now, Has Made Me Resilient, Empathetic, Humble, & More Accepting of Others, Prachi Sahney

Fibromyalgia warrior, Prachi Sahney, suffers from Fibromyalgia. While Prachi is not yet ready to share her story, she has agreed to add her face to Faces of Fibromyalgia. I am so grateful that she has shared this, as each face added raises awareness. You can connect with Prachi by following her on Instagram.

Fibromyalgia Diagnosis was Raw, Cruel and Real, by Blanca Chicas

Fibromyalgia warrior, Blanca Chicas, suffers from Fibromyalgia. Blanca has added her face and story to Faces & Stories of Fibromyalgia. I'm so grateful that she has shared this, as each story told raises awareness and helps fellow sufferers. You can connect with Blanca by following her on Wego Health or Facebook Fibromyalgia Diagnosis was Raw, Cruel, and…

Getting My Fibromyalgia Diagnosis was a Traumatic Experience, by Erin Hope

Fibromyalgia warrior, Erin Hope, suffers from Fibromyalgia. Erin has added her face and story to Faces & Stories of Fibromyalgia. I am so grateful that she has shared this, as each story told raises awareness and helps fellow sufferers. You can connect with Erin by following her on Instagram. Getting My Fibromyalgia Diagnosis was a Traumatic Experience,…

I Was Made To Feel Like a Hypochondriac, by Sasha Twinham

Fibromyalgia warrior, Sasha Twinham, suffers from Fibromyalgia. Sasha has added her face and story to Faces & Stories of Fibromyalgia. I am so grateful that she has shared this, as each story told raises awareness and helps fellow sufferers. You can connect with Sasha by following her on Instagram. Sasha Twinham Hi! My name is Sash and I am…

How a Nutritionist/Functional Medicine Practitioner can treat Fibromyalgia, to possibly cure your Fibromyalgia

Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Sharon Reese Chud, has written a very interesting article about treating Fibromyalgia. You can connect with Sharon on Instagram. Fibromyalgia is globalized pain and sensitivity all over the body in the musculoskeletal system. Traditional medicine struggles to be able to help people with Fibromyalgia. There is not much medical doctors can do. There…

Adding My Face to Fibromyalgia Awareness, Kaishona Casey

Fibromyalgia warrior, Kaishona Casey, suffers from Fibromyalgia. While Kaishona is not yet ready to share her story, she has agreed to add her face to Faces & Stories of Fibromyalgia. I am so grateful that she has shared this, as each face added raises awareness. You can connect with Kaishona by following her on Instagram. Kaishona Casey

My Tarlov Cyst Journey, by Eliska Kopicová

Guest blogger and chronic Illness warrior, Eliška Kopicová, suffers from numerous chronic illnesses. Eliška has added her face and story to Faces & Stories of Chronic Illness. I'm so grateful that she has shared this, as each story told raises awareness and helps fellow sufferers. You can connect with Eliška by following her on Instagram and on her…

Being In Constant Pain Is Not Easy, by Milagro Bonilla

Fibromyalgia warrior, Milagro Bonilla, suffers from Fibromyalgia. Milagro has added her face and story to Faces & Stories of Fibromyalgia. I am so grateful that Milagro has shared this, as each story told raises awareness and helps fellow sufferers. You can connect with Milagro by following her on Instagram. Milagro Bonilla From what I can remember, my journey…

I Think Trauma Caused my Fibromyalgia, by Jasmine Russell

Fibromyalgia warrior, Jasmine Russell, suffers from Fibromyalgia. Jasmine has added her face and story to Faces & Stories of Fibromyalgia. I am so grateful that Jasmine has shared this, as each story told raises awareness and helps fellow sufferers. You can connect with Jasmine by following her on Instagram. Jasmine Russell It was December of 2015 when I…

Don’t Believe that Fibromyalgia is real? This article is for you …

Why is it that we still have people believing that Fibromyalgia is not real? It's quite frankly ignorance and a lack of research on their behalf. The more stories I hear, the more I realize that majority of us have gone through so much trauma just to obtain a diagnosis and then on top of…

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exploring Core Mindfulness Skills, Part 2

Core Mindfulness Skills, Part 2 Before reading this article, please make sure to read these first: What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) & How Can It Help You: A Beginner's Guide, Part 1What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) & How Can It Help You: A Beginner's Guide, Part 2Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exploring Core Mindfulness…