20 Things Your Chronically Ill Friend Might Really Mean When They Tell You, 'I'm Tired'
A woman with chronic illness shares 20 things she might be thinking when she tells someone she's tired.
21 Signs You Grew Up With Chronic Fatigue
The Mighty community shares signs they grew up with chronic fatigue because of a chronic illness.
8 Ways to Make Friends When Chronic Illness Keeps You at Home
These are 8 strategies for making friends and socializing even if your illness means you aren't able to leave home.
How I Learned to Walk the Tight Rope of Life With Chronic Pain
Sarah Anne Shockley explains how she has learned balance due to living in chronic pain.
How the 'War on Opioids' Is Hurting Patients With Chronic Pain
Emily Falk explains how the war on opioids is hurting patients who are dependent on them due to chronic pain.
My Tips for a Road Trip With Chronic Pain and Disabilities
Essence Cheatom offers suggestions for travel when you have chronic illnesses and / or pain.
Lying Awake at 3:07 AM With Suicidal Thoughts Because of Chronic Pain
Sasha Manus explains how she is lying awake in the middle of the night because her chronic pain is causing her to experience suicidal thoughts.
When You Feel Like Two People: You, and 'Prednisone You'
A message of support to those who are experiencing the side effects of prednisone.
The Hurtful Question My Friend Asked Me About My Illness
While cooking together in the kitchen, her friend asked her a question that affected her deeply. Here's why.
11 Must-Have Beauty Products That Can Make Life With Chronic Illness Easier
Kristin Thompson shares the beauty products that those with chronic illness should have to make their lives easier.
If You Don't 'Click' With Your Doctor, You're Allowed to Find a Different One
Shana Burns discusses how you're allowed to find a different doctor if you're not comfortable with your current doctor.
A Major Myth About Chronic Pain That Needs to Be Addressed
She's tired of this being the assumption about her pain, and she's ready to talk about it.
To the Chronically Ill Mom Who Can't Travel During Summer Vacation
To all the chronically ill moms who can't travel during summer vacation - this one is for you.
What People With Chronic Illness Want Others to Know
Hannah Wingert asks her friends from support groups to explain what they want others to know about living with chronic illness.
28 Hacks That Can Make Going to College With a Chronic Illness Easier
The Mighty community shares their "hacks" for attending college with a chronic illness.
I'm Tired of ER Doctors Dismissing My Pain Because I'm 'Young' and 'Overweight'
Carol Rehnlund discusses her frustrations with ER doctors who dismiss her and her pain from endometriosis, IBS, fibromyalgia and neuropathy.
Why I Choose to Be Realistic When Talking About My Illnesses
Rosie Koina explains why she'd rather be realistic and honest when talking about her asthma and diabetes than positive.
Finding a Place to Stand After My Life Was Turned Upside Down by Chronic Pain
Steven Paul discusses the difficulty of finding something solid to stand on after his life was completed changed by chronic pain.
Don't Let Your Chronic Illness Keep You From Raising Your Voice
Crystal Baysa discusses the importance of those with chronic illness speaking up and raising their voices to advocate for things that matter.
25 Binge-Worthy Shows to Watch on Netflix When You're at Home With a Chronic Illness
The Mighty community shares Netflix recommendations for when you're at home with a chronic condition.
I Need to Stop Apologizing for Being Ill
Rosie Koina discusses how she is constantly apologizing for being chronically ill even though she has nothing to be sorry for.
Why I Believe Saying We Are 'Fine' Hurts Us All
She's realizing the importance of honesty on her hard days.
Why I Had an Identity Crisis When I Went From Being Sick to Healthy
When she began to heal from her illness, she began to question who she was.
4 Tips for Starting College With a Chronic Illness
This writer has some advice for other chronically ill students who are starting college this semester.
8 Tips for Managing Schoolwork If You're Chronically Ill
A woman offers tips and advice for managing schoolwork if you are a student with a chronic illness.
Having a Chronic Illness Does Not Give You a Pass to Take Out Anger on Loved Ones
Lisa Prins explains how it is understandable to be angry about your chronic illness, but it's not OK to take that anger out on your loved ones.
22 Legging Brands People With Chronic Illness Recommend
The Mighty's chronic illness community shares their favorite brands of leggings. Here's what they recommend.
10 Reality TV Stars Who Showed Viewers Their Chronic Illness Battle
These 10 reality TV stars showed audiences what it's like to have a chronic illness.
5 Problematic Support Group Personalities (and How to Avoid Being One)
Sharilynn Battaglia describes several of the problematic chronic illness support group personalities she has experienced and offers advice on how to avoid being one.
The Photo That Shows My Everyday Life With an Invisible Illness
This photo helps her admit openly about her struggles with her invisible illness.
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