Tag Archives: chronic pain

Home Pampering – My Lush Haul

Taking time out to pamper yourself can feel like an indulgence but it shouldn’t be a luxury, it’s really important to look after yourself. Lush is one of my favourite stores – the intermingling gorgeous scents permeate the air, welcoming me … Continue reading

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6 Fantastic Reasons Why You Should Start Your Own Positivity Jar

I want to start 2016 positively! Inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert’s (best-selling author of Eat, Pray, Love) beautifully simple idea about keeping a happiness jar I’ve started filling what I’ve decided to call my positivity jar. Each day I write down on a … Continue reading

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Making Positive Lifestyle Changes

The New Year is upon us and I am indulging in retrospection and re-evaluating the past year. I’m really pleased with what I’ve accomplished in my first 8 months of blogging. I have really enjoyed it, I’ve spoken to so … Continue reading

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A message of hope to chronic pain fighters

Today’s guest post has been written by my friend Lyn.  She has chronic back pain due to a stretched nerve in her lower back and slight scoliosis. She decided to write this letter as it’s Christmas and she wanted to … Continue reading

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How to turn your bedroom into a sleep sanctuary…

I’m an insomniac and having Fibromyalgia has made this worse as it is difficult to sleep when I’m in pain.  I have spent many nights dreading going to bed as I knew that I would be tossing and turning, and then feeling … Continue reading

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5 top tips for new bloggers

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?

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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Garlic, ginger and lemon swordfish steaks

Firm, meaty swordfish is one of the easiest and most delicious fish to cook.  Here is a simple and quick recipe that is so yummy. Ingredients 2 swordfish steaks 1tsp finely chopped ginger 1 garlic clove, crushed Juice of 1/2 … Continue reading

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8 techniques to help you cope with severe Fibromyalgia pain

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

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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