Arthritis

🙌 Yes!!

Yep, I am Also your confidence booster!
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Your cheerleader ( 📣 🙃🤭🙌🙌 another fun fact about me - I was the first freshman in my high school to make the Varsity football cheerleading squad And I Also was a cheerleading coach in high school for junior high school kids And I did all of that while also teaching dance and helping to run a dance school in high school too, while also continuing my own dance training daily because my first love since the age of 3 has always been the beautiful art of dance- or like one of my all time favorite Professional dance companies that I paid to see live in NYC was called- “Shaping Sound”.

Yeah, I Really miss those days of Energy.

These days, if I have any energy or let’s say the infrequent but still a huge gift of having more than a little energy, it’s funny in that I can recognize the immense difference in a blink of an eye.

Oh, yeah, and about the badass part of this quote image 👆
Not having energy and still doing all that I do, That is what makes me Badass, is how I look at it- after straightening out my Perspective and Reframing my Headspace.
And honestly without my onset of major depressive disorder at age 34 (I am now 52), I would never have really achieved Becoming Badass! And, I always admired Badass people of all kinds.

Always remember this whole hard thing called life and life transitions requires us to take on new, healthier Perspectives Always, And this is what I learned from the Headspace app is also called “Reframing” (best app in the world, at least when I used it daily in 2017 - 2019)

And I have specific, Large, photo album folders on my phone - 1 titled “Reframing Headspace” from my saved key takeaways from each Headspace course lesson I took (that Of Course I will be sharing with you in my group Resilience and Mindfulness) and I have another specific, Large, photo album folder titled “Perspectives” that Of Course I will be sharing with you in my group titled Resilience and Mindfulness)

To anyone seeing this post outside of my group - here is the direct link Resilience and Mindfulness and Join Us for So Much & because literally Everyone needs to learn both Resilience and Mindfulness (and, I don’t stop there with what goodies I share To Help YOU 😁🙃)

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I have developed a nasty case of arthritis in my hands. I am starting to discover things that will make it worse, such as cold temperatures. I now sleep with gloves on and wear insulated gloves when I am in commercial cool rooms.

The pain is having a big impact on my ability to sleep. I am on some fairly strong pain medication when I need it but it does not helping much.

Does anyone have any wisdom regarding pain management or how to handle arthritis?

Thank you everyone.

Some simple, positive, and helpful new month ideas. Let's make it a good one 👍
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#Caregiving
#AnkylosingSpondylitis
#ChronicPain
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I’ve been doing really well getting my infusions at home subcutaneously in my belly fat weekly. I’m still having issues with ovarian cysts & had another one rupture recently. An ultrasound at the E.R. revealed that it’s now gone. Just dealing with the fluid that gets trapped so, I’ve just finished a 2wks. course of antibiotics & high dosage of corticosteroids. I’ve got a couple of 4mg. Hydromorphone pills while I’m pms’ing if needed for pain from my pain management doctor. Otherwise, I’m just on Tylenol with Codeine every 4hrs. for my chronic widespread pain. I had a failed Laparoscopy surgery I wasn’t able to get accomplished due to failure to be intubated because of my arthritis. Oh well, I just can’t have much sexual pleasure in life anymore. It’s not any fun but, I’ll survive. #ChronicPain #ChronicIllness #ChronicFatigue #CommonVariableImmuneDeficiency #Spoonie #Endometriosis #MentalHealth #PTSD #RareDisease #MightyTogether

Chronic pain and anxiety often intertwine, creating a complex web of physical and emotional distress. You may experience muscle tension, body soreness, and headaches or migraines as common symptoms of anxiety. Beyond everyday discomfort, some people also grapple with diagnosed chronic pain conditions like arthritis or fibromyalgia, which can exacerbate anxiety symptoms.

Chronic migraines are frequently associated with anxiety and depression. More and more people these days suffer from headaches, migraines, and other physiological issues such as IBS, arthritis and more. Any of these issues can lead to decreased mobility and difficulty performing daily tasks, potentially intensifying feelings of anxiety and helplessness the more severe their symptoms become.

Connection Between Chronic Pain and Anxiety

Chronic pain and anxiety often form a vicious cycle, each exacerbating the other. This intricate relationship can significantly impact your overall wellbeing. Persistent pain can lead to heightened stress and worry about its duration and effects on daily life. In turn, this anxiety may amplify your perception of pain, creating a negative feedback loop.

Anxiety doesn’t just affect your mind; it can also influence your body’s pain response. It may increase inflammation, potentially causing pain that wouldn’t otherwise exist. This physical manifestation of anxiety can further intensify chronic pain symptoms, making them feel more severe and persistent.

By addressing both chronic pain and anxiety simultaneously, you can work towards breaking this cycle and improving your quality of life.

Does Chronic Pain Cause Anxiety?

Chronic pain and anxiety often go hand in hand, creating a complex interplay between physical discomfort and mental distress. Research has shown that people suffering from chronic pain are more likely to develop symptoms of anxiety compared to those without persistent pain. This heightened risk often stems from the ongoing stress and uncertainty that accompanies living with a long-term health condition.

The daily demands of managing chronic pain can continue to fuel anxiety. You may find yourself constantly worrying about pain flare-ups, treatment effectiveness, or the impact on your work and relationships. This persistent state of alertness can gradually wear down your mental resilience, potentially leading to the development of anxiety, depression, and other issues over time.

Does Anxiety Cause Chronic Pain?

Anxiety and its associated stress can indeed be significant contributors to chronic pain. When you experience anxiety, your body triggers a stress response, releasing hormones like adrenaline and cortisol into your bloodstream. This hormonal surge leads to inflammation, a common source of persistent pain throughout the body.

Muscle tension is a natural reaction to stress. This tension can result in various physical discomforts, including tension headaches, migraines, digestive issues, and pain in the neck, back, and shoulders. Moreover, prolonged stress can negatively impact your nervous system’s functionality, disrupting the normal communication between your brain and body.

Consistently elevated stress levels can adversely affect multiple body systems. For example, skin, muscles, nerves, joints, and bones can all develop issues from consistently heightened stress and anxiety. This widespread impact underscores the importance of managing anxiety to mitigate its potential role in chronic pain development.

Next Steps

As you navigate the complex relationship between chronic pain and anxiety, remember that these conditions often intertwine and exacerbate one another. By working closely with a therapist, exploring various physical treatment options, and developing coping mechanisms, you can help reduce and bring the cycle of pain and anxiety back within your own control.

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I definitely need to work on how often I vent frustration with the body I have been given. Every so often I have to stop and readjust my thoughts for the better, thanking my body for all it does to try to do what I want.
It does the best it can and I need to appreciate what it can offer.

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