Gastroparesis

Whether it’s for a holiday, birthday, special occasion, or just because, a thoughtful gift can go a long way in lifting your mood—especially when health conditions keep you home or in bed. Sometimes, loved ones want to show they care but aren’t sure what would be most helpful or meaningful, and may need a little guidance or inspiration.

What’s a gift you’d truly appreciate?

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Oftentimes, we vent because we think it'll make us feel better. But have you ever stopped to notice how you actually feel after the vent session is over?
Now, this does not mean you shouldn't vent or share problems with a trusted person who can help you problem solve or listen. I just wanted to share a helpful tip I learned in therapy. Since I stopped "venting" as much, my emotional reactions are better and I'm not as upset as often. I hope it helps you today. 🙂
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This picture says it all… if you know, you know.

My daughter has been down just about every rabbit hole we could think of.

The recommended diets.
The supplements.
The treatments.
The endless suggestions from well-meaning people.

Every new thing came with hope — maybe this is the answer — only to be followed by disappointment when it didn’t help.

It has been expensive, overwhelming, and emotionally exhausting.

After all the searching, she finally stumbled upon a diagnosis, and with that came some answers at last.

I know so many carers and parents will relate to the cycle of hope and despair that comes with trying everything for someone you love.

Sometimes the hardest part is carrying that hope over and over again, only to watch it fade.

Have you been down similar rabbit holes before finding answers for your loved one?
Please share your experience below — your story might be exactly what someone else in this community needs to hear today.

#MALS
#sibo
#ChronicIllness
#Diets
#elementaldiet
#LaryngopharyngealReflux
#Gastroparesis
#IrritableBowelSyndromeIBS

Jonah by Melanie R.

Oh, Jonah …oh, oh, oh, Jonah.
Jonah descended…
From the town,
to the dock,
boat to the sea,
surface to deepest depths.
Down, in the belly of the beast.

Oh, that whale consumed him!

Swallowed Jonah whole!

…And before he knew it,
taken to gates of Sheol.
A watery grave-
He cried out to The Lord a desperate prayer;
A humble plea for mercy,
and he was gracefully granted it.

God heard, and rescued Jonah
from the dark abyss.
The whale spit him forth to dry land;
Back to life again.

A second breath.
A second chance to do God’s will-
The One that reigns above the waves.
Gave new life;
Saved his life!
Brought Jonah all the way.

#MitochondrialDisease #ChronicInflammatoryDemyelinatingPolyneuropathy #ChronicPain #InsideTheMighty #SjogrensSyndrome #PrimaryImmunodeficiency #MightyPoets #MightyTogether #CheckInWithMe #ChronicIllness #Gastroparesis #IrritableBowelSyndromeIBS