Category: Chronic Pain Journey
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Navigating Life with FND: Family, Challenges, and Hope
During the holiday season, Linda prioritized family time, celebrating Christmas and New Year with loved ones. Despite her earlier well-being, her Functional Neurological Disorder symptoms worsened, prompting concerns and medical appointments. Committed to her blog, she reflects on life’s pivotal moments and expresses gratitude for community support in navigating challenges.
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From Social Media to Self-Care: A New Chapter
In the past eighteen months, Linda has undergone significant personal changes, leading her to reassess her priorities and well-being. She has decided to leave Facebook to reclaim her energy and focus on creating meaningful resources for her community.
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How FND Taught Me the Importance of Pacing
Linda shares her journey from a hectic, overwhelmed life to embracing rest after being diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder. By learning to pace herself, she prioritized essential activities, reduced burnout, and improved her family’s quality time. She encourages others to recognize the necessity of rest for better health and fulfillment.
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Top 10 Products for Living with Functional Neurological Disorder
In managing Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), Linda shares essential products that provide comfort and support. Key items include Loop Earplugs for sensory overload, Spotify for audiobooks, a weekly planner for organization, cozy blankets, soothing tea blends, a Shakti mat for muscle relief, hydration tracker, comfortable shoes, easy crafts, and a Mega Printable Bundle for positive…
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Understanding the Impact of Fatigue with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
Living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) brings its own set of challenges, and one of the most overwhelming symptoms is fatigue. But what is fatigue, and how is it different from being “tired”?
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The Art of Getting Back Up: Building Resilience When Life Knocks You Down
Hello Rebel Souls, Today, I want to share a personal story about a situation I encountered this week. I’ve been waiting since January for news that I thought would make a huge difference in my life. I had applied for NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) support and had been told I was all set to…
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Embracing the Journey: Finding Strength Amidst the Struggle
Hello Rebel Souls, The past few weeks have been incredibly challenging for me. My Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) symptoms have flared up, leaving me feeling defeated. Between the nausea, pain, and fatigue, it feels like my life has come to a screeching halt just when I thought I was finally getting back on track. I…
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Finding Direction
A subject/topic that has been coming up for me quite a lot the past few months is what direction I want to go in and what goals I want to set and achieve. Throughout life I haven’t been someone who has big plans. I’ve always taken opportunities that are presented to me and taken each…
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From Pain to Clarity: Navigating Functional Neurological Disorder
In May 2023, Linda’s health deteriorated dramatically, leading to severe physical limitations and mental health struggles. Diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) after multiple tests came back clear, she expressed gratitude for her family’s support. Linda now focuses on rehabilitation, learning to adapt and appreciate life despite challenges ahead.
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Finding your Voice
I haven’t posted in a while and when I sat down just now to ask myself what was holding me back from writing, I realised I’ve put myself in a kind of limbo. I made the difficult decision to leave my job as a youth worker almost two weeks ago now, and so far, doctors…
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