The Life With Fibromyalgia Podcast

Dec 12 2024 36 ep. 23 mins 285
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This podcast is about what I go through on a daily basis with Fibromyalgia, PTSD and spine issues. I hope that sharing my journey will help you along with yours.

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PTSD: Managing Stress

Dec 12 2024 24 mins  
This podcast is about my current stressor and how I deal with stress when it starts to become paralyzing/debilitating. When I am very stressed out I tend to do nothing. There doesn’t seem to be a way forward. However, I’ve learned exercising and communicating how I feel with my loved ones is very helpful since PTSD symptoms can become worse.

My Coworker Struggles With PTSD Too

Aug 31 2023 51 mins  
It’s hard to find people who understand you when you struggle with something like PTSD…My coworker shared she struggles with PTSD too. It’s nice to meet someone that understands, but also very sad to know they go through tough situations too. I also share what’s been going on

C-PTSD

Sep 11 2022 29 mins  
In this episode I discuss a little of what life has been like 1 year after my artificial disc replacement.

Feelings of Loneliness

Jan 22 2022 46 mins  
In this episode, I discuss how those of us with chronic pain conditions experience feelings of loneliness. Most specifically how I experience feelings of loneliness while struggling with fibromyalgia and childhood trauma. It’s important to acknowledge that this is a normal and common feeling amongst those of us who have chronic pain conditions. National Suicide Prevention Lifel

Finding A Purpose When Chronically Ill

Jan 05 2022 31 mins  
In this episode I share my thoughts about the importance of finding a purpose for those of us who are struggling. Since we're now into a new year, I wanted to mention a few ideas for those of you who need encouragement or inspiration to get some goals together. Setting goals and feeling accomplished starts bringing meaning into our lives. Wherever you're at in your journey, I hope

ADR Success (Recovery & Life Outlook)

Dec 31 2021 13 mins  
In this episode, I discuss my artificial disc replacement (ADR) recovery, 8 months post-op! I share the impact a successful ADR has on your mental and physical health. Come listen, I hope you can relate or get something out of this episode.

The First 3 Days After ADR Surgery

Jun 14 2021 23 mins  
In this episode, I discuss my experience after being discharged from anterior artificial disc replacement surgery. You’ll hear about the way fibromyalgia might have had a huge influence on pain control after surgery. I also give a short update about how I feel now that I’m 5 weeks post-op! By the way, I would like to note that if you listen to my “Intro” episode (maybe ot

I Got An Artificial Disc Replacement

Jun 02 2021 31 mins  
I briefly explain my back problem and share what led to the disc replacement surgery. I also give an update about what's been going on during the past 1.5 years that I haven't podcasted. Stay tuned for additional information about my disc replacement on upcoming episodes!

Medication Side Effect

Jul 18 2020 16 mins  
In this podcast I update you about my fibromyalgia, including how the side effect of a medication has been treating me. At the end of a podcast I share a quote that will hopefully be motivating. By the way, there are a couple of corrections or clarifications I'd like to point out. Result is an ant-depressant booster that has a synergistic effect. Trileptal is a mood stabilizer. Pl

I'm back! What is Allodynia?

Jul 08 2020 39 mins  
In this episode I give an update about how my fibromyalgia has been treating me for the past 7-8 months. I talk about something new, allodynia.