One of the most valuable parts of any relationship is connection. Learning how to connect isn’t something that comes naturally, and must be a commitment both members of the relationship is willing to do. Here are some tips to connect with your loved ones to cultivate a healthy relationship. Importance of a Healthy Relationship When …
This article first appeared in The Fibromyalgia Magazine, August 2016. Get the digital copy of the magazine from Pocketmags. In last month’s issue, I addressed the ‘what-ifs’ that accompany fibromyalgia when dealing with relationships. If you have made the decision to tell others about your illness you may feel confused as to what to say or …
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This article first appeared in The Fibromyalgia Magazine, July 2016. Get the digital copy of the magazine from Pocketmags. Since my diagnosis in 2012, I have asked the question, “Should I tell my friends and family that I suffer from fibromyalgia?” This naturally leads to other questions such as how much to tell them, how it …
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When I was first confronted with the term ‘setting personal boundaries’, I was not so sure I understood what that person was saying. I mean, I’m not completely ignorant, so I knew what ‘boundaries’ meant, but what does ‘setting personal boundaries’ mean? Here’s why you need to set personal boundaries, and how you can be setting …
