Tag Archives: health

5 top tips for new bloggers

Posted on October 25, 2015 by

Wow! I’ve already been blogging for 6 months.  When I started I hoped a few friends and family would read my blog. I also wished others with Fibromyalgia would also visit and read as I write about life with chronic … Continue reading →

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What would you put in your Fibromyalgia cuddle basket?

Posted on October 11, 2015 by

This week has been a challenging one – I’ve been physically, emotionally and mentally drained. My pain levels were high, my fatigue severe and I could only focus on my flaws.  I lost my ability to smile.  Talking to friends … Continue reading →

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8 techniques to help you cope with severe Fibromyalgia pain

Posted on October 3, 2015 by

This week I experienced the worst pain I’ve ever felt in my life.  I felt like my stomach was being sliced open, my ribs were being pulled apart and my right shoulder was being stabbed repeatedly. I cried, prayed and … Continue reading →

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My interview about life with Fibromyalgia

Posted on September 29, 2015 by

I am continuing to raise awareness about life with the chronic pain disorder Fibromyalgia. Check out my interview with the wonderful writer Steph at http://stephwenburg.com/2015/09/28/interview-with-claire/ Let’s make Fibromyalgia a visible illness! Keep smiling :) Claire x

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Raising awareness about Fibromyalgia

Posted on September 28, 2015 by

I blog about living with the chronic pain condition Fibromyalgia. I try to raise awareness about this often misunderstood and underfunded invisible illness.  Recently the lovely Annette from the website The Fibronaut published one of my blog posts: Strategies for … Continue reading →

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The Liebster blog award :)

Posted on September 20, 2015 by

I’ve been nominated for the Liebster blog award :) It is an award that bloggers give to other bloggers; it’s a way of saying I love what you’re doing. Thank you so much Steph http://stephwenburg.com/ for nominating me.  I’m overjoyed … Continue reading →

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Cheese and bacon loaf

Posted on September 19, 2015 by

I have a bread maker and it’s brilliant for someone who has Fibromyalgia and can’t knead the dough for long as it’s too painful. I use it at least twice a week to make loaves of bread –  anything from a … Continue reading →

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A proud moment :)

Posted on September 14, 2015 by

I was asked to write a feature article for another blogger, a lovely lady called Faith, who also shares my positive approach to life. Hello beautiful people  Being diagnosed this year with the chronic pain condition Fibromyalgia was scary.  I … Continue reading →

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Positive affirmations that might motivate, uplift and inspire you

Posted on September 12, 2015 by

At the end of all my blogs I always write ‘keep smiling’.  Why? I think it’s vital to remember to not give up on life, yes living with Fibromyalgia is tough but we have to try and keep positive.  Yes, … Continue reading →

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What do you know about Fibromyalgia?

Posted on September 6, 2015 by

What do you know about Fibromyalgia? Unfortunately lots of people are still not aware of the condition or the terrible effects it has on both sufferers and their families. Fibromyalgia (FMS) is an invisible illness, we may look fine on … Continue reading →

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