Category: The brighter side

  • New study confirms biological basis for fibromyalgia 

    New study confirms biological basis for fibromyalgia 

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    A landmark genetic study has established ‘clear biological’ basis for fibromyalgia. It was in the wee hours of the morning when I saw the news. I was cautiously hopeful, but not ecstatic. I did all of the above after years of being gaslit by doctors, waiting for a diagnosis, and…

  • Lessons from my grandparents – ‘All work and no play\’

    Lessons from my grandparents – ‘All work and no play\’

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    …we all need play – children and grown ups alike. It is an integral part to our whole selves – to enjoy, to discover, be creative and process life.

  • Monsters – World Poetry Day 2019

    Monsters – World Poetry Day 2019

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    I am and will be the ‘Me’ that never was imagined.I am the ‘Me’ that’s emerged from the ashes of pain.

  • Why I took part in a research study for people with BPD

    Why I took part in a research study for people with BPD

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    It reminded me of the times I thought I wouldn’t make it, but did. And the times I thought circumstances would win, but instead I did. It reminded me that I’m strong. I have much to give, and that no matter how hard it gets I just have to keep…

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