#chronically willed

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i’m realizing that i know how to defend my medical history better than i know how to rest.

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in the midst of illness and grief and fear, we are expected to produce our own medical case studies in real time.

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https://chronicallywilled.etsy.com/listing/4456382937

just something i made, in case it’s helpful for anyone!

minimal effort needed to track symptoms and side effects each day, then just sum your totals from the week in the weekly review. for example, a week where every day was a 1/5 for energy would give you a total energy level of 7 for the week.

over time, you can see how a new treatment or medication is actually working for you and be better prepared to discuss with your doctor.

the full thing is on my etsy, linked here. check it out :)

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february wellness for tired bodies

reminders:

- your body is not behind

- rest is not a failure

- healing isn’t linear

- you are allowed to move at your own pace

- surviving this season is enough

things to try:

- gentle stretching first thing in the morning

- find something that brings you joy and make it a routine

- try a new drink: an herbal tea, an electrolyte mix, etc

- practice strength in whatever capacity your body allows

- notice the sunset changing as the days grow longer

prepare for:

- fluctuating temperatures as we approach spring

- valentine’s day and the joy or grief it may bring

- changing sights and sounds as the earth slowly wakes up

this is a space for softness, not solutions.

hold onto what feels right for you, and let go of what does not.