I have a love-hate relationship with the word “painsomnia” -- insomnia caused by chronic pain.  Hate because I know it all too well.  My osteoporosis has led to multiple fractures, each leaving some pain behind, and the osteoarthritis in my knees and hips is slowly progressing.  Getting comfortable ...

We all need a little extra support sometimes. That's why affirmation cards and therapy cards are such amazing tools for self-care. Whether you need a reminder of your worth, you're trying to learn meditation and mindfulness techniques, or you want to practice skills you learned in cognitive ...

Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it's often overlooked or neglected. Self-care boxes are an easy way to take care of your mental health and also make great gifts for a family member or friend who could use a mood boost. Mental health kits come in all shapes and sizes and ...

Getting dressed after waking up or putting on a beautiful outfit before going to a high-class establishment might seem second nature. Just take those flashy clothes out of the closet and put them on -- done! However, for many wheelchair users and blind/sight-impaired individuals, this simple task ...

If you live with a mental illness such as schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, or depression, these six tips can help you maintain good mental health and progress in your recovery process.   It is my hope that writing about my experiences will open conversations about illnesses like ...

Mental health treatment is important to help you live a better life. Whether you struggle with mental illness or not, we all have mental health issues now and then that we need help with. Unfortunately, professional treatments like therapy and medication can be expensive and difficult to access. If ...

Calm Strips are discreet tactile fidget stickers that you can place on just about any surface. They can help people with a wide variety of mental health conditions and disabilities, including autism, ADHD, and anxiety, to improve their focus and cope with sensory overload, distractions, and stress. ...

If you know about misophonia and misokinesia, it may be because you live with these two disorders or because you know someone who does.  I have lived with misophonia and misokinesia since I was a child, but it was just very recently that I was able to put a name to what I was feeling physically ...

When your child receives an ADHD diagnosis, it's normal to feel a little overwhelmed. You've noticed that your child was in need of a little extra support, and you've probably wondered a couple of times a day how best to help them. However, receiving a diagnosis does not mean understanding your ...

If you struggle with social anxiety, developing these three communication skills can help you navigate both everyday and challenging conversations and situations with greater ease. Here's the problem I have with most books on communication and social skills. They give good advice. But…. When you ...

For those who like to plan, it can be frustrating having a loved one who drops out of events at the last minute, even when you know they are struggling with chronic illness symptoms. It makes it difficult to arrange spending time together and can also have financial implications – something we’re ...

These fibromyalgia jewelry pieces are designed to start conversations, raise awareness, and show your warrior spirit as you battle this common yet misunderstood chronic illness. Why Wearing Fibromyalgia Jewelry Matters Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects an estimated 4 million ...