#fibromyalgiaawareness

Reposted from @fibromyalgiasociety Credit: @brainbodydoc "Brain fog is a term that commonly describes a whole bunch of feelings, emotions, and sensations that can arise from all sorts of fatigue and burnout (and sometimes as a result of other medical diagnosis). It can look different for everyone, but typically people talk about feeling zoned out, out of it, more forgetful, and just not feeling like themselves. The term "fog" is often used to describe an overall feeling of being in a daze, which in turn can affect our cognitive function functioning. Have you experienced any of these before? (This is not medical advice, check in with your doctor if you have any concerns) Stay well, friends" . . . #fibromyalgiawarrior #fibro #fibromyalgia #fibromyalgiaawareness 🌹LadySteffi (at Warrendale, Detroit, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co7PRtNuIAB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Fibromyalgia Warrior Community A Community for Strong Fibromyalgia Sufferers #fibromyalgia #fibromyalgiawarrior #fibromialgia #fibrowarrior #fibromyalgiaawareness #fibro #fibromyalji #fibromyalgie Reposted from @fibromyalgia_women #ChronicIllnessTruths #chronicillness #heatintolerance #chronicpainwarrior https://www.instagram.com/p/CiDlGHOJcd8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

When you try to convince yourself that you're pretty on a flare day 😂😂😂😂🤘🤘🤘🤘 #totallyme #prettygirls #spooniestrong #spoonielife #spoonie #fibromyalgiasucks #fibromyalgiaawareness #ibd #diverticulitis #chronicallybadass #chronicallyfabulous #chronicpain #chronicnervepain #chronicjointpain #chronicnausea #chronicillness #chronicallyawesome #butyoudontlooksick #sickaf #whenindoubt #autoimmune #autoimmunedisease #autoimmunewarrior #fibrowarrior #chronicpainwarrior #chronicfatigue #chronicinsomnia https://www.instagram.com/p/B7YS-F-JM5S/?igshid=18agjgpustllb

#FibromyalgiaAwarenessDay The combination of Fibromyalgia and Graves’ disease have made me quite the actress. 😄 Acting like I’m not in pain or exhausted most days. I’m used to it for the most part. I’ve learned to live with it. I’m always in a certain amount of pain (sometimes minor, sometimes very high) and usually very fatigued every day. But I push through. Some days are better than others. Most people don’t even realize anything is wrong. And I never give up. I don’t want sympathy at all, I’m ok. I’ve learned when to rest and when I’m able to push myself. I just want people to know that they should be kind to everyone, and understanding of their limitations. Don’t give up on your friend that seems tired all the time or cancels plans. Check in on them. Keep inviting them to things. There are still good days when there’s less pain and more energy. Just try to understand and include them. I read this in an article recently and it really sums it all up: “Having an autoimmune disorder undeniably shapes my life. Four years after my diagnosis, every day is a balancing act between what I want to do (dance all night with my friends) and what I need to be able to do (work hard at a job I love). I focus a lot of energy on self-care, and that means I often have to say no to invitations and favor requests, or bail on previous commitments. I feel guilty sometimes, and have to remind myself that even on my good days, my Graves' ((and fibromyalgia)) is real, and I’m not being lazy or selfish by setting boundaries and prioritizing my health. I’m deeply thankful for my friends and family who understand there are times I just can’t go to that event, have dinner at the new Italian place, or stay out for one more round. Even though Graves' ((and fibromyalgia)) is incurable, I’m very lucky that, thanks to my healthcare team and strong support system, I am able to live the life I want 95% of the time.” #chronicpain #chronicillness #fibromyalgia #fibromyalgiaawareness #gravesdisease #autoimmunedisease https://www.instagram.com/p/BxYF4FvpGYE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ijek6kbpodg3