Welcome to my Lifestyle Parenting Blog, where I explore topics related to chronic illnesses such as ME/CFS, chronic pain, and fibromyalgia while embracing a passion for yoga, books, and blogging.
Chronic Illness and Affirmations: Finding Words That Support Me Instead of Shame Me
When I first came across affirmations, I will admit I was sceptical.
At the time, I was struggling to come to terms with life with ME/CFS and fibromyalgia. My world had become smaller, my energy was unpredictable, and I was carrying a level of grief that I did not yet have words for. Everywhere I looked online, affirmations seemed to focus on positivity, success, abundance, and becoming the best version of yourself.
50 Gentle Affirmations for Chronic Illness That I Actually Use on Hard Days
Before I started using affirmations, I did not really believe in them.
They felt a bit forced. A bit too positive. A bit disconnected from the reality of living in a body that does not always cooperate.
When you are dealing with chronic illness, whether that is chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, or something else entirely, your day is not built on motivation. It is built on managing energy, symptoms, and uncertainty. Some days you are just trying to get through