cutthechronic

I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia several years ago and I've been battling Bipolar Disorder I most of my adult life. It has been difficult to find information online about Fibro warriors who are also Bipolar their unique struggles and how they are being treated by the medical community. I'm writing a blog and I'd love to hear from you if you or a loved one are struggling with both. Thank you friends! #Fibromyalgia #BipolarDisorder

I lost my job today... I've been bartending at a fine dining restaurant and craft cocktail bar for little over a month. I LOVED my job there but I was let go today.

My boss was so positive and said she loved me and would give me a glowing recommendation to open doors for me to be a server at a finer seafood restaurant in town where she has connections. She said I just wasn't a good fit right now as I'm learning to crank out complicated cocktails in a fine dining environment.

The bar manager is leaving suddenly and they need a polished, high-volume bartender immediately. I'm devastated and grieving for the job I lost but love.

I'm afraid to work somewhere else. Will I not measure up again? I feel like the brain fog and scattered thinking that comes with my fibromyalgia makes it difficult to catch on quickly and multi-task. Sometimes I ask myself: "What is wrong with me?" I need encouragement!
Thank you all!

Lately I've been compulsively rubbing my feet together as a self-soothing method when I'm trying to fall asleep at night. I don't notice I'm doing it until my feet start to ache. Now they hurt all the time. Does anyone have suggestions for how to stop this bad and compulsive habit? #cutthechronic #ObsessiveCompulsiveAndRelatedDisorder

On Friday, a GI doctor confirmed my initial Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS with constipation diagnosis. I'm not discouraged. I'm relieved to have a name for all the discomfort I feel. We have a plan of attack with daily Miralax, fiber supplements, probiotics and a high fiber diet. No prescription drugs! Woohoo! The doctor also ordered a gastric emptying scan to determine if my stomach is moving the food I eat through my system as it should. That would explain a lot. LOL #cutthechronic

Hi friends! This is my first post on The Mighty.

Several years ago I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. I've also been battling Bipolar Disorder I and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) most of my adult life.

In 2018, my discomfort and fatigue from my chronic illnesses worsened significantly and my mental health started to suffer as a result.

Something had to change and I had a hunch that it could be summed up in two words: Self-love. But what is the practical application of this buzzword? What does it mean? I’m passionate about self-love as the means to lead a dynamic life in spite of my mental health and chronic pain. I’ve decided to cut the crap of chronic illness through intentional choices that make me feel so much better while accepting the limitations of my diseases.

Visit my newly launched blog cutthechronic.com where I'm exploring these questions and providing positive ways to battle chronic illness, especially Fibromyalgia, Bipolar Disorder and IBS with a healthy dose of self-love.

Here's an excerpt from my blog post, Loving Myself:

Self-love is NOT about being self-absorbed. It’s about taking care of myself first so I can be the best mom, wife, friend and coworker within my limitations. When life is turbulent, I think about the flight attendant's instruction to put on your own oxygen mask first so you can better help those around you...

To read the entire blog post visit me at CutTheChronic.com. #Fibromyalgia #Bipolar1 #IrritableBowelSyndromeIBS