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Happy Friday, Mighty friends! 💙

We’re approaching the middle of the month, and we’re curious how these past few weeks have been treating you.

Drop three or more emojis in the comments to share your December with us!

💫 The end of the year and the holiday season can be rough for many of us, so we’re sending extra love and Mighty hugs your way!

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Great advocacy doesn’t just follow one template — it can look like a lot of things depending on a person’s skills, talents, qualities, and what organizations, causes, or conditions they’re advocating for.

These skills and qualities can include being a good listener and speaker, being empathetic, caring, and compassionate, and knowing when to stand up for yourself or someone else.

What do you think makes a good advocate? Which of those skills are you good at? What do you think you need to work on?

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Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks and Mighty staffer @carla1234 were chatting recently when the topic of creativity came up. It immediately made @sparklywartanks light up with passion and excitement — she realized she hadn’t openly talked about her favorite topic in a long time. Getting the chance to express herself in that way completely made her day.

Talking about the things that matter to us is important, and being able to share those thoughts with people who support and listen helps us feel heard, seen, confident, and empowered.

Whether it’s related to a hobby, your health, a special interest, or something you’re currently navigating or learning, what’s a topic you wish more people would ask you about? Why is that topic important to you?

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Parenting is hard work that takes effort, patience, and a lot of energy — and doing it while managing a chronic illness adds an extra layer of challenges that often requires additional compassion and support.

What advice, tips, or encouraging words would you share about parenting with a chronic illness?

📖 Need a Mighty read? Check out today’s Story of the Week for more tips and insight:
4 Guilt-Free Tips for Parenting With a Chronic Illness

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Hearing the success stories of others who stood up for themselves can be really comforting and motivating — especially if we’re trying to gather the courage to do it ourselves!

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks says she felt really good after setting intentional boundaries around how much she planned to work and volunteer — and then clearly communicating those boundaries to others. Doing so made her feel empowered and more in control of her time and energy.

Feel free to share your own story below! ⬇️

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It’s getting pretty cold here in the Northern Hemisphere, and Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks has already pulled out her long, heavy winter coat and started wearing indoor sweaters while working from home — a few weeks earlier than usual for her. She’s also been drinking a lot of tea to stay warm.

What are some ways you prepare for the winter months or stay warm when the temperatures drop? What are your winter must-haves? 🥶

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When you live with a chronic illness or disability—and experience fatigue, chronic pain, or other physical and mental symptoms—rest and recovery become necessary parts of your daily or weekly routine. Folded the laundry? Take a nap. Went to the grocery store? Stay in for the next two days. Out all week? Spend the whole weekend in bed.

We all approach recovery time differently because we have different bodies and experiences, so we’re curious: What helps you on your recovery days? How do you approach rest? What are your favorite recovery activities? And what are your rest and recovery boundaries?

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Advocating for each of our unique health circumstances requires us to put ourselves out there, share, and communicate how we’re REALLY doing with those around us. This isn’t always easy, especially in spaces with lackluster medical professionals, toxic employers, or less supportive family and friends.

What do you find most challenging when it comes to advocating for your health?

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Hi, Mighty friends! 💖

How is this Monday treating you? How’s your body feeling right now? Where are you noticing pain, fatigue, or discomfort? How’s your mental health today? What’s been on your mind?

Feel free to check in with us in the comments below! 📮

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Our topic for this week's self-care challenge is self-advocacy.

When talking about advocacy, we're referring to the skills and understanding to know one's needs and openly and effectively communicate those needs to others, whether that be for ourselves or on behalf of those around us.

How do you feel about self-advocacy? Do you find it easier to advocate for yourself or for others?

Share with us in the comments below. ⬇️

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#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie