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Is There A Time Limit On Grieving The Loss Of Your Health?

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https://themighty.com/2016/12/grief-timeline-getting-sick/ I think it's safe to say no on this one. There's no time limit. It can remain a shock to the system for quite some time. I tried really hard to have a good day today, but towards the end I couldn't walk properly and I was struggling with my vision and breathing. I … Continue reading Is There A Time Limit On Grieving The Loss Of Your Health?

Hearing ‘If You Need Anything, I’m Here’ As Someone With Chronic Illness

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https://themighty.com/2017/05/how-to-help-sick-friend-not-in-hospital/ People say this to me often, but they're about as emotionally present as a flea. They don't call, they don't check in, they don't ask if there's something I CAN do and agree to join me, etc. It's always about them. It's like being invisible, just like my illness. I don't exist, unless someone … Continue reading Hearing ‘If You Need Anything, I’m Here’ As Someone With Chronic Illness