Psoriatic Arthritis and Panic AttacksI’ve experienced quite a few changes in my life since psoriatic arthritis made its grand entrance. Many of which include anywhere from...reactions4comments
Orchestrating a Pre-Emptive Strike on PsAThe pre-emptive strike. Knowing and anticipating what’s about to hit and putting pieces in place to make sure the fall isn’t nearly...reactions1comment
Listening to My BodyIf you’ve ever tried to start a new exercise regime, then you have likely heard the advice, “Listen to your body.” But...reactions1comment
My Guide To Understanding Psoriatic ArthritisI have asked myself this question for the past 10 years; why did it take 25 years to get the proper diagnosis...reactionscomments
Loving Myself Through Every Stage of My IllnessI wish I could say that I have loved myself through every stage of psoriatic arthritis, fibromyalgia, and endometriosis, but I haven’t...reactionscomments
Health Insurance Bingo: Selecting a Plan That Works For YouChanging health insurance providers is not something I like to do. It often requires having to find a new primary care physician...reactionscomments
Take Me Off the Pain Measuring ScaleEverywhere I go, there is a measuring scale to measure our pain level, beliefs, and everyday life experiences with psoriatic arthritis. I...reactions2comments
Feeling Down vs. Depression: Is There a Difference?I don’t write in too many specific terms about the particulars of my day to day life with psoriatic arthritis. With the...reactions14comments
Staying Positive When You Want to ScreamAnyone suffering from psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis knows it’s a constant battle to stay positive. Looking on the bright side of things...reactionscomments
My Psoriatic Arthritis Is a Rain IndicatorDo your joints ache when it’s going to rain? Do you feel like a walking, talking weather prediction station? You may be...reactions6comments
The Effects of Psoriatic ArthritisIt took me 25 years to get the proper treatment for psoriatic arthritis. This is a form of arthritis that affects people...reactions4comments
I Can Only Apologize So MuchSometimes, I feel as if all I ever say are apologies. If I had a dime for every time I said, “I’m...reactions1comment
Is This As Good As It Gets?I will never forget the day my rheumatologist uttered the words “This is as good as it gets”. It had been a...reactionscomments
Kicking My Chronic Fear To The CurbThere are many frightening aspects of living with multiple chronic illnesses. What will my future look like? How will I get through...reactionscomments
Daydreams For a Better Future with PsA – Part 2Welcome back, daydreamers! If you haven’t already, check out Part 1 of this article series here. Now, I want to get to...reactionscomments
The Psoriatic Arthritis CommunityThere is no community in this world like the chronic illness community. We support each other, offer encouragement and understanding, and help...reactionscomments
What Value Does Psoriatic Arthritis Give Me?This is a question I have to ponder over and over again in my mind. I’m sure I started with some value...reactionscomments
Talking to Your Professor About Having Psoriatic ArthritisAt the start of my freshman year of college, I was terrified of my professors. I was afraid that their classes would...reactionscomments
Sending Kids Back To School Without Increasing Your PainIt’s that time of year! The kids are heading back to school! While most parents are giddy with excitement, those who live...reactionscomments
The Business of Corporate SponsorshipMany of us use our advocacy and ambassadorships in support of non-profits that raise money for research or awareness of our causes...reactionscomments
