https://www.health.com/condition/fibromyalgia/prescription-medications-for-fibromyalgia-lyrica-cymbalta-savella-and-off-label-remedies I'm a rare success story with Cymbalta, at a very high dose of 360 mgs. I took it accidentally, but it helped so much and my doctor had zero issues with the dosing. Unfortunately, once it stopped working, I could no longer tolerate even the smallest dose. 😦 I have no idea what it's … Continue reading Prescription Medications for Fibromyalgia: Lyrica, Cymbalta, Savella, and Off-Label Remedies
Run or Scatter?
Life experience has taught me, time and again, that everyone leaves eventually. I had to learn, really young, to be my own best friend and rely, as much as possible, on myself and no one else. I was thirty years old, long before ever turning thirty. It was a blessing and a curse. Early maturity … Continue reading Run or Scatter?
The Most Important Reason
“The most important reason for your “no” is that you need your downtime so you won’t behave like a jerk because you’re depleted. And you don’t want to battle an appetite spiked by the stress of over-commitment. But that’s your secret; others don’t need that information. So just smile, say no, thank you, and keep … Continue reading The Most Important Reason
Stressors and Triggers
I intended to write something specific today, but my mood is bringing me deep down. That's when I know I need a break, a distraction, and perhaps a six month long vacation away from daily stressors and triggers. Alas, I settled for a stack of good books. When you're writing about certain topics, it is … Continue reading Stressors and Triggers
First Caturday of February
I laugh because my cats stand like statues a lot, and would try this if I hadn't trained them as kittens not to get onto the kitchen counters or the dining room table. I freak out if they're anywhere near the stove, so they seem to remember my reaction, unless they're trying to test me, … Continue reading First Caturday of February
Do Not Let Arrogance…
“Do not let arrogance go to your head and despair to your heart; do not let compliments go to your head and criticisms to your heart; do not let success go to your head and failure to your heart.” ―Roy T. Bennett
World Cancer Day 2021
This year, instead of sharing my story, including losing my Grandmother, father, and Uncle to this insidious disease, I'll let other people share their stories. Let's #StandUpToCancer, together. https://www.worldcancerday.org/ https://www.india.com/festivals-events/world-cancer-day-2021-understanding-the-significance-date-and-theme-of-this-day-4393678/
What Are You Looking For In A Therapist?
You've seen the title of this piece, so let me start by saying this question has been asked of me by my doctor, and it's a long story. Overall, my best response was, "Someone who isn't an asshole. Someone who isn't going to waste my time, and someone whose office I will not leave more … Continue reading What Are You Looking For In A Therapist?
Written by LISA MARINO-Molchanova 