I'm half way through the 30 day chronic illness challenge, yes! This challenge has already taught me so much and I can't wait to finish the rest, although I don't know what I'll do when I finish. Well I officially have one exam left to take on Friday before the end of my first uni semester :) I'm so ready for a holiday! Come Friday night I'll be out partying/ drinking my sorrows away after exams. I'm pretty keen actually, especially after this semester has been so stressful. I know that a combination of heels and alcohol won't have me feeling amazing on Saturday morning, in fact I'll be lucky to even be able to walk, however I'm so ready to party! So ready to relax. This exam... I haven't studied. It's only worth 25% and I've actually already passed the subject and there is just so much content that I can't bring myself to study :( I guess I'll be winging it on Friday. Except, I actually don't care. I couldn't care less whether I pass or not, I'm just so over it. I'm so ready for a holiday!
My whole family is going on holidays together in 2 weeks. We are going to the beach, despite the fact that it's the middle of winter... I'm really looking forward to it actually, it'll be a nice change being with all my family, even if I'll be taking my crutches. I'm getting used to having to take my crutches with me wherever I go, I just get too fatigued and sore so it's easier if I just take them and then I can stay out longer, even if people stare.
BTW for the sake of the challenge, I am basing everything on the fact I have EDS-HM, even though I haven't been formally diagnosed yet. I have been diagnosed by my physio, but I am still waiting for my genetic testing appointment.
Day 15: What would you say to people newly diagnosed with this illness?
It's going to be hard. Dealing with any chronic illness is hard, but one that affects your whole body is the hardest. Your body is constantly at battle to try and complete simple tasks such as walking and digesting food. However, it is possible. 'Remission' or 'rehabilitation', if you want to call it that is not a foreign idea. You can regain quality of life. It'll be a slow process, but know that there are always people that can help you, you are not alone!
Day 16: What is your favourite inspirational quote?
'Just keep swimming'
'What doesn't kill you makes you stronger'
'I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination'
Have a great day everyone!
BB :)
My whole family is going on holidays together in 2 weeks. We are going to the beach, despite the fact that it's the middle of winter... I'm really looking forward to it actually, it'll be a nice change being with all my family, even if I'll be taking my crutches. I'm getting used to having to take my crutches with me wherever I go, I just get too fatigued and sore so it's easier if I just take them and then I can stay out longer, even if people stare.
BTW for the sake of the challenge, I am basing everything on the fact I have EDS-HM, even though I haven't been formally diagnosed yet. I have been diagnosed by my physio, but I am still waiting for my genetic testing appointment.
Day 15: What would you say to people newly diagnosed with this illness?
It's going to be hard. Dealing with any chronic illness is hard, but one that affects your whole body is the hardest. Your body is constantly at battle to try and complete simple tasks such as walking and digesting food. However, it is possible. 'Remission' or 'rehabilitation', if you want to call it that is not a foreign idea. You can regain quality of life. It'll be a slow process, but know that there are always people that can help you, you are not alone!
Day 16: What is your favourite inspirational quote?
'Just keep swimming'
'What doesn't kill you makes you stronger'
'I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination'
Have a great day everyone!
BB :)
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