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Sometimes, I feel as if all I ever say are apologies. If I had a dime for every time I said, “I’m sorry,” I might actually be able to pay...

It can be very difficult for people who do not have psoriatic arthritis to understand some of the choices we make. To be fair, they aren’t necessarily always the most...

It is no surprise that having psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can impact a person’s overall quality of life. People with PsA are not only experiencing painful, swollen joints, but they are...

It is no secret that I only use natural and alternative pain relief options for psoriatic arthritis, fibromyalgia, and my other chronic illnesses. Not everyone has access to all of...

Welcome back, daydreamers! If you haven’t already, check out Part 1 of this article series here. Now, I want to get to some of the other reasons why I think...

There is no community in this world like the chronic illness community. We support each other, offer encouragement and understanding, and help each other feel a little less alone with...

This is a question I have to ponder over and over again in my mind. I’m sure I started with some value, but what is it? Value is simply the...

For some strange reason, there are quite a few people who think that those of us who cancel plans due to our chronic illnesses are at home popping bonbons into...

By definition, a burden is a heavy load that someone must carry. But when it comes to the burden of pain, living with it isn’t that simple, is it? If...

At the start of my freshman year of college, I was terrified of my professors. I was afraid that their classes would be too hard for me and I'd fail...

It’s that time of year! The kids are heading back to school! While most parents are giddy with excitement, those who live with chronic pain aren’t always as thrilled. This...

Many of us use our advocacy and ambassadorships in support of non-profits that raise money for research or awareness of our causes. One of the biggest areas that these organizations...

Perspective. It’s a notorious word and has probably been the source of some of the greatest arguments and misunderstandings of all time. It also can be a great unifier. The...

Exhaustion.Fatigue.Weariness.Burnout.Depleted.Empty. Sometimes, I look at myself in the mirror and think, I have nothing left to give. This warrior is exhausted, and I am so weary of constantly fighting. It...

Can you imagine being in pain that hinders your everyday life? You can't see the light at the end of the tunnel. You're miserable and just want relief. But what...

The other day I thought about how far I have come since I was first diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia in 2003. To my surprise I have gone from...

When I had my first child, I was often plagued by this very question. Every scrape, bruise, or cold doesn’t necessarily warrant a call to the pediatrician and over time...

Of the many things that psoriatic arthritis affects, you would think that one of the least likely things we have to worry about is our self-esteem. Bills, side effects, disease...

We live in a “just do it” world. Everywhere we look, we are reminded that if we are strong, if we try, and if we work hard, we can do...

We are all proof that there is no one-size-fits-all treatment for psoriatic arthritis. Our symptoms, as well as the degree of severity, vary from one patient to the next. Not...