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What are your favorite things to watch on TV, Mighties? Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks finds that when she really loves a show or movie, she can’t resist watching it more than once because it’s just that good! Her current favorites are The Lord of the Rings, any of the Transformers or Godzilla movies, and That’s So Raven. 😇

What about you? 📺

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For many of us, navigating the ebbs and flows of energy levels while tackling daily tasks with health conditions can be exhausting. Some responsibilities can feel especially draining, particularly on those days when we’re already running low on energy to begin with.

What’s been using up most of your spoons lately? Work? Cleaning? Personal hygiene? Cooking? Driving? Laundry? 🔋🥄

Let us know in the comments below. ⬇️

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Mighties, have you ever wished someone would ask the right question — one that shows they see you and truly care, especially when you’re experiencing a health flare or when life just feels like too much? If so, what do you wish someone would ask you? Maybe it’s "How are you really feeling?" or "Is there anything I can do to help?" or even something as simple as, "Do you need a break?"

For Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks , it’s "What can I help you with today?" or "Do you need anything? What can I do to support you?"

What about you?

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Hi Mighties! ☀️

Let’s write some bite-sized poems. In three lines, share what self-care looks like for you today. Is it getting some fresh air? Curling up with a good book? Or simply taking a moment to breathe and reflect?

Here’s Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks poem:

Glee fills the room as we connect with each other.
Our pens lightly dance across our journal pages.
There’s nothing like the warmth of beating hearts in shared creativity and community.

Share your poems below! 📝

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Living with a myriad of symptoms due to your health can make it difficult to feel confident, especially on days when your body doesn’t cooperate or your energy feels depleted before the day even begins. (If you can relate, you’re definitely not alone!) However, this doesn’t mean we can’t work on building confidence in ourselves. Despite our health conditions, we are still worthy of feeling good and knowing our value.

So let's talk about it, what are some things you do to help build or boost your confidence?

⭐️ P.S. You are beautiful, even if you don’t feel it today. If you’re looking for tips, inspiration, or something to read on the topic, here’s a Mighty story you can check out:
10 Strategies to Help You Feel Beautiful When You're Chronically Ill

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It’s been an especially long week, Mighties, but we’ve made it to Friday! We’re sending everyone an extra boost of love and energy as we head into the weekend. 🔋💞

To bid farewell to this endless stretch of days, let’s take a few deep breaths and check in with our bodies. Where are you feeling pain right now? Are your shoulders heavy from carrying the weight of the week? Is your lower back or other parts of your body aching? Maybe your mind feels foggy or your legs are restless. Wherever you feel it, acknowledge it, and remember—it’s OK to take a moment (or several) to show some love to the parts of your body that need extra care. How can you prioritize those parts (or even your whole body if everything just hurts) to get some relief?

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When we think about strength, we often associate it with "the hero’s journey" — overcoming obstacles, achieving goals despite the odds, unwavering resilience, character development in the face of adversity, and continuous transformation. While these experiences can build strength, they are not the only paths to it. Strength is much more than a result of struggle. It can be the ability to say "yes" or "no" to something, to wake up every morning, to show vulnerability, to open up and be yourself, to recognize your own worth, or even to remain open to learning and shifting your perspective.

How do you define strength? What does it mean to you?

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Whether it’s the stress and politics surrounding the recent U.S. election, a difficult circumstance you’re navigating, the demands of managing your health, or a task that can be postponed for now—what’s one thing you can step back from today?

💌 Gentle reminder: It’s OK to prioritize yourself and your health, especially when things feel overwhelming. Your feelings and emotions are valid.

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks will be taking a break from social media today.

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Today, we’re keeping it simple, Mighties. In the comments below, in your own Mighty Minute post, or in a personal journal, write about anything that’s been on your mind. It could be a health update you want to share with the community, a challenge you’ve been trying to overcome, a creative project you’re working on, a song that’s been stuck in your head, a short poem, a list of words that describe how you’re feeling today, a reminder to yourself, or a topic you’re curious to explore and learn more about.

The floor is yours!

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Hi friends! 🌻

As we jump into another week, let’s take a #MightyMinute to reflect on the weekend that just passed.

❤️ What were your highs? Think the things that made you smile, accomplishments you achieved, or moments that brought you joy or relief.

💙 What were your lows? These can be challenges you faced or situations that felt frustrating, unhelpful, or triggered a health symptom.

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks shared that her high was finally taking a break on Sunday after a busy few weeks, while her low was feeling a bit overwhelmed on Saturday, leading to some overthinking.

How was your weekend?

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