My Hidden Healing
A Personal Blog Detailing my Life Living with an Invisible Chronic Illness
Welcome to my personal blog! Here, I hope to give others a behind the scenes look at living with a chronic illness, help others heal, and inspire others to share their hidden stories.
How My Ulcerative Colitis Impacts My Workout Progress
Last fall, I got back into weightlifting. Since then, my exercise regime has become pretty consistent. So much so that I now plan my weeks around my exercise routine. But, although my fitness has massively improved since I started this journey, I can’t help but sometimes get frustrated with the limitations my body has placed on me.
Easy Tips for Volunteering When You Have a Chronic Illness
Staying involved in your community can be hard when you have a chronic illness. Here are some simple ways to make volunteering more doable.
How I Mentally Processed Entering a New Flare Up
A few months ago, my ulcerative colitis symptoms started increasing. I started having more stomach cramps, mucus in my stool, and urgency to use the bathroom. These changes were troubling because, before this increase in symptoms, I was the healthiest I had been since my diagnosis. I wished so badly to remain healthy that it took me time to come to terms with the fact that I was getting sick again.
Most photos of nature are by Liam McPhee (instagram: oh_no_its_Liam)