Tag: flare bear
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Stand on guard
Acupuncture has helped calm symptoms, though occasional numbness and tingling in fingers continue to create anxiety about potential issues.
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I love getting New things!
The author reflects on a shift from valuing new possessions to cherishing old ones, influenced by physical limitations. They recount a struggle buying a lightweight vacuum, leading to frustration with decision-making and future implications.
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Warning …Grumpy Bear ALERT !
As I got to know my way around my body I would notice that certain things made a difference as to whether it would flare it up or just simply irritate it somewhat to the almost breaking point. There is always something new to learn like the yarn fiasco that my hands and fingers are…
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Help ME !!!! I have entered the 7th circle of Dress shopping hell !!!
The author reflects on the physical challenges of dress shopping, describing how it exacerbates their pain and discomfort. They detail the exhausting process and express a desire for a more comfortable shopping experience, highlighting the struggle involved.
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OH HO HO the holidays!
A day before them comes my brother’s birthday…like who planned that one out?? So we have 3 days in a row of family gatherings. That is a lot of sitting and eating as each day passes my body gets more stiff and sore and as that happens the flare bear starts to get happier…
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Flare Bear
The author shares experiences with chronic pain, referred to as “Flare Bear,” discussing the unpredictability of flare-ups and the emotional toll they create. They emphasize seeking support from friends and family during difficult times.
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Ding ding Med cart’s here!!!
The author discusses the overwhelming experience of managing multiple medications and the potential need to reduce them, as well as experimenting with new therapies, highlighting the challenges and unexpected reactions during treatment.
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Sabotage!!
The author describes struggling with physical pain that complicates morning walks but emphasizes the importance of testing limits rather than succumbing to discomfort. They illustrate a mindset of perseverance and self-assessment amid chronic pain challenges.
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Hospital is not home
While in hospital I had some time to contemplate what this all was that was happening to me. As you are most certainly not sleeping. Hospitals are good for one thing: getting care and meds. The food that they serve you even the homeless people would not eat. One day I was feeling quite…
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Posture makes perfect???
The author undergoes physiotherapy to improve posture and shoulder mobility, facing pain and discomfort in the process. Despite setbacks, there’s gradual progress. The experience reflects a struggle between physical limitations and the desire for efficiency.
My Everest... 