Spring into Action: Setting Healthy Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty
Springโs here, and if youโre anything like me, itโs the perfect time to refresh and reassess. While the flowers bloom and the days get longer, itโs easy to get caught […]
How to Find Joy in the Little Things
Spring is supposed to be a season of growth and renewal, right? But for those of us living with chronic illness, it can sometimes feel like the world is moving […]
Setting Boundaries Without Guilt
I used to think saying โnoโ was basically a crime. Like, if someone asked me to do something, I had to say yes. Otherwise, I was a bad daughter, a bad person, […]
When Life Forces You to Reset
You ever have one of those moments where your body just slams on the brakes and says, “Nope, weโre done”? No warning, no grace, just a full-stop shutdown. A forced reset. Yeah, […]
The Many Forms of Love: How Connection with Others Fuels Us
Love comes in many formsโthrough friends, faith, and community. You are never alone. Find connection and support in The Unseen Sisterhood. ๐
Learning to Love Myself Through Chronic Illness
I’ve spent my whole life not loving myself. Not the way I did when I was a little girl, not the way I should love myself. I’ve struggled with my […]
Manage Energy Like a Pro: Top Spoonie Hacks for Daily Life
Letโs face it, when youโre living with a chronic illness, your energy isnโt just limitedโitโs precious. Every spoon counts, and using one on the wrong thing can mean the difference […]
Reframing Resolutions: Setting Intentions That Work with Chronic Illness
Hands up if your January usually starts with a long list of “shoulds”: “I should exercise more, eat healthier, be more organizedโฆ” (My hand is so raised!). But if you’re […]
Find Joy & gratitude with Chronic Illness
Chronic illness is a relentless battle that can leave us feeling lost and alone. It’s easy to get caught in a cycle of negativity, but there’s a powerful tool that can help us break free: gratitude. By focusing on the small wins, the moments of joy, and the support of our community, we can cultivate a sense of peace and purpose, even in the midst of pain and suffering. Gratitude isn’t about ignoring our struggles; it’s about finding strength and hope in the face of adversity.
Coping with Chronic Illness Symptoms in the Fall: The October Slide
The October Slide. What a phenomenon. Every year when the temperature starts to change, the barometric pressure changes, the leaves fall, and we officially go into fall, those of us […]
Wanderlust Won’t Wait: Chronic Illness Travel Hacks for Epic Adventures
As chronic illness sufferers, travel can feel daunting and challenging. Here are some chronic illness travel hacks to help.
The Power of a Spoon: How the Spoon Theory Explains Life with Chronic Illness
What is a “Spoonie”? What is the Spoon Theory? These are questions that you might ask, about the chronic illness word “spoonie”.
Hi, I'm April
I live with Ankylosing Spondylitis, Fibromyalgia, migraines, and anxiety. Though I donโt let that define me, Iโm also a lover of Jesus, coffee enthusiast, dog mom, and even a grandma.
I went undiagnosed for many years, feeling like I was crazy. I knew something was wrong, more than โjust being a womanโ, but felt like no one was really listening to me. I was finally diagnosed at the age of 44 and began to get medical help for my diagnosis. It was a relief to finally feel seen and heard.
I decided to start The Invisible Illness Club, after a nudge from God. I felt that women with chronic illnesses needed a way to come together, encourage each other, and feel seen. I know what it feels like to feel so alone, and no one should have to feel that way.
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