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Tag Archives: mind-body
Today’s Top Tip
Fibromyalgia may hurt like a b****, but don’t let it make you act like one. Being civil, calm, and kind in your interactions with yourself and others – even when you don’t feel like it – can actually help you … Continue reading
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Tagged communication, fibromyalgia, mind-body, mood, SHH
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Today’s Top Tip
Remember to love yourself. It won’t solve every problem and it won’t cure your fibromyalgia, but it’s a good start.
Posted in Fibromyalgia and Fibromites, Holidays, Self-Esteem, Yourself
Tagged fibromyalgia, holiday, mind-body, self-care, SHH
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Today’s Top Tip
January doldrums got you down? Stimulate your brain! Try a new puzzle or game, or read a book on a topic that’s new to you. If you have the time and energy to spare, consider taking an online class: some … Continue reading
Posted in Fibromyalgia and Fibromites, Just for Fun, Yourself
Tagged accomplish, fibromyalgia, mind-body, SHH
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Today’s Top Tip
It’s tempting to go overboard making New Year’s resolutions – and hard not to beat yourself up for failing to accomplish them. This year, try to keep just one resolution: “In 2013, I will do a better job of treating … Continue reading
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Tagged fibromyalgia, holiday, mind-body, positive, SHH, well-being
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Today’s Top Tip
No matter how stressful or busy the holiday season may be, take time each day for exercise – whatever that means to you. Depending upon your unique body and its needs, that could mean anything from circling the couch two … Continue reading
Posted in Fibromyalgia and Fibromites, Yourself
Tagged fibromyalgia, holiday, mind-body, movement, SHH, stress, well-being
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Plan the Work, Work the Plan
“Let our advance worrying become advance thinking and planning.” Winston Churchill Today we’ll talk specifically about planning for the holiday season. The quote above seems particularly suitable for this conversation: The more thought you can give to holiday preparations now, … Continue reading
Posted in Fibromyalgia and Fibromites, Holidays, House and Home, Kitchen and Pantry, Relationships, Resources, Travel, Yourself
Tagged accomplish, entertain, fibromyalgia, holiday, mind-body, pacing, planning, relationship, resources, self-care, SHH
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Why Do We Do What We Do?
“It’s a tough time: we want everything to be just right, but in our haste to provide the best for our loved ones, we often neglect the one person closest to us – ourselves.” Holidays – including both preparation and … Continue reading
Posted in Fibromyalgia and Fibromites, Holidays, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Yourself
Tagged accomplish, fibromyalgia, goals, holiday, mental health, mind-body, pacing, planning, positive, priority, relationship, resources, self-care, self-esteem, SHH, social life, stress, well-being
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Self-Care and Holiday Stress
Even the happiest and healthiest people can face high levels of stress during the holiday season – the crowds! the noise! the lights! the pressure to be perfect! – so it’s no surprise that fibromites often experience flares and other … Continue reading
Posted in Fibromyalgia and Fibromites, Health and Beauty, Holidays, Relationships, Resources, Yourself
Tagged accomplish, fibromyalgia, goals, health, holiday, mind-body, pacing, perception, planning, positive, relationship, research, resources, self-care, self-esteem, SHH, stress, well-being
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The Stuff People Say… A Reprise
Essayist David Rakoff died yesterday at the age of 47. His writings on the nature of humanity have profoundly affected me and others, and his voice will be missed. In homage, I am re-running this post from September 26, 2011. … Continue reading
Posted in Fibromyalgia and Fibromites, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Social Life
Tagged fibromyalgia, mind-body, perception, positive, relationship, self-esteem, SHH, stress, well-being, what not to say
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YOUR Favorite Foods for Fibromyalgia Flares!
Last week, I posted my favorite foods to eat during a flare and asked you to share your own. And a lot of you did! Thanks to everyone who participated – I appreciate the opportunity to share your great ideas … Continue reading
Posted in About TPF, Fibromyalgia and Fibromites, Kitchen and Pantry, Resources, Yourself
Tagged accomplish, comfort, easy, fibromyalgia, flare, food, mind-body, SHH, stress
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