Finding My Sleep Pattern and Experiencing a Restorative SleepWhen I was combatting pain with prescription pain pills, I either slept all the time or not at all. There was no in-between. There...reactionscomments
Managing Gastrointestinal Issues With Psoriatic ArthritisAnyone with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) knows how uncomfortable and challenging it can be to live with pain, swelling, and stiffness in the...reactions3comments
What’s Next? Newly Diagnosed with PsADiagnoses can come in many forms and take on various weights. A diagnosis for the common cold, for instance, may provide to be...reactionscomments
The Emotional Impact of Living with Psoriatic ArthritisAfter I got over the initial shock and denial of my diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), It swiftly came to my attention...reactions7comments
When Comfort Trumps Being FashionableIn my life prior to living with chronic pain, I looked forward to getting dressed every day. I not only enjoyed putting...reactionscomments
Speak Up and Advocate!Do you live with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis? Consider speaking up! I have had psoriasis for 50 years and psoriatic arthritis for...reactionscomments
A New Year’s Resolution: ListenAs we look forward to 2017, we make many resolutions to start the year off right include losing weight, getting organized and...reactionscomments
Baby It's Cold Outside! How Cold Weather Affects my PsASometimes it seems as though my right knee is a weather barometer. I'm telling you when the weather is bad, so are...reactionscomments
Redefining the “It" in “It Will Get Better”If you have been recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, get ready to hear what those of us who have been living with...reactions1comment
Enjoying the Freedom My Mobility Aid ProvidesWalking and standing are not easy for me. That is also not an easy thing to admit freely. For the past 10...reactionscomments
Breaking Up With Your DoctorSometimes, your insurance company’s decisions, distance to your doctor’s office, or your doctor’s retirement dictate your need to find another doctor for...reactions2comments
Five Tips for Paying for PsA TreatmentManaging a chronic disease, such as psoriatic arthritis (PsA), is challenging enough without having to think about paying for PsA treatment or...reactionscomments
Eye Care & PsA: Taking Care of My Baby BluesI have a love-hate relationship with my eyes. My baby blues are one of my favorite physical attributes, but they like to...reactionscomments
Facing My FearsNo one should live in fear. It's a vulnerable and troubled place to live. Sadly, most of us who suffer from chronic...reactionscomments
Tips for Getting Through a Psoriatic Arthritis FlareAcceptance of psoriatic disease is far from easy. It took me around 13 years to feel comfortable, confident, and guilt-free when it...reactionscomments
Giving the Gift of More Energy and Less PainPrior to my life with psoriatic arthritis, I used to transform my house to reflect one holiday after another. I had a...reactionscomments
When Life Gives You Lemons…You know the saying: "When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade." But with a chronic disease like psoriatic arthritis, sometimes the...reactionscomments
My Top Five Tips for Surviving the HolidaysSurviving the holidays without exhausting yourself is hard even for the healthy, but it is especially tough for those of with a...reactionscomments
My Better LifeI learned many years ago that having psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis has turned out to be a blessing for me. I no...reactionscomments
Be Kind To You: Easy Exercises at HomeThe decision to keep moving and incorporate gentle exercising into your lifestyle can be one of the best treatments for joint stiffness...reactions1comment
