10 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

0 saved

10

Chronic Illness… Making the best of it

Having a chronic illness is a scary ordeal, just about every day I’m reminded of the illness through pain and other physical symptoms that come and go as they please.

When I was diagnosed a few months ago, I started going into a downward spiral, losing everything I had from loved ones I pushed the way through losing my mind to my ability to work and drive. I am without an income because I can’t even work a steady job, I never know when this thing is going to strike in what level of pain I’m gonna go through.

About a month and a half ago I decided to do my best to live this out in a positive way because if and illness is going to take my life, I want to be strong and live as happy of a life as I can. I deserve creating some type of joy through all of this hell, I’m going to fight to the end.

I know of others that are suffering as well, and I want to be an inspiration for them, it’s easy to lose yourself in depression and, at times, madness over what’s happening to our bodies that’s out of our control.

So if you’re somebody that is facing the chronic illness, do your best to find your Center and bring joy into your own life, and you might find that you can bring joy into other lives I can feed your soul.

Bless, I pray you find what’s needed to press on, WE GOT THIS!!!!

#chronicillness #neuropathy #positive #positivevibes #positiveaffirmations

2025/1/26 Edited to

Sorry

Related posts

5 Things Chronic Illness Taught Me 💛

Living with chronic illness changed me in ways I never expected. It taught me that strength doesn't always look strong. Sometimes strength looks like resting when your body says stop. Sometimes it looks like asking for help. Sometimes it looks like simply making it through the day. Her

90 likes

💛 Things Chronic Illness Stole From Me... And What It Couldn't Take ✨

Chronic illness changed my life in ways I never expected. It stole energy. It stole time. It stole easy days. It stole peace I once took for granted. But there are some things it could never take. 🙏 My faith. 💛 My humor. 🌻 My hope. 💪 My determination. ✨ My will to keep going. Som

83 likes

When I Can't Fix It, I Pray Over It | Faith During Chronic Illness & Hard Season

🌻 When I Can't Fix It, I Pray Over It There comes a point where I've done everything I know how to do. I've made the calls. I've gone to the appointments. I've worried. I've cried. I've tried to figure it all out. And then I remember: Some things are bigg

455 likes

Things Chronic Illness Could Not Take From Me 🌻

Chronic illness has taken a lot from me. It stole energy. It stole easy days. It stole certainty. But it couldn't take everything. It couldn't take my faith. It couldn't take my hope. It couldn't take my purpose. It couldn't take my love for my family. It couldn&#

17 likes

Patience Looks Different When You Live With Chronic Illness

Some days my body says, "Not today." Some days I wonder if healing is taking too long. Then I remember... God's clock doesn't run on my schedule. Every medication. Every doctor's appointment. Every prayer. Every tear. Every day I choose to get back up. None of it

38 likes

🌻 The Prayer I Pray During Flares | Faith for Chronic Illness Warriors

Some prayers are long. Some prayers are powerful. And some prayers are simply: "Lord, help me get through today." When pain is loud, fatigue is heavy, and my body is doing things I don't understand, I come back to the same truth: 🤎 God is still with me. 🤎 God still sees

10 likes

🌻 Chronic Illness Is Hard... But It Doesn't Get To Write My Story

Some days my body says "slow down." Some days the pain is louder than my plans. But every flare has reminded me that my diagnosis is part of my story—not the end of it. I've learned that healing isn't just about medications and doctor's appointments. It's also about

14 likes

🌻 Things I Keep In My Medicine Basket During Flares | Chronic Illness Flare Day

🌻 Things I Keep In My Medicine Basket During Flares When a flare hits, I've learned not to wait until I'm already struggling to gather what I need. I keep a medicine basket nearby filled with the little things that help me get through hard days: 🤎 Heating pad 🤎 Compression gloves

86 likes

A Prayer for Chronic Illness Warriors

Some battles aren’t visible, but they are very real. Today I’m praying for every warrior fighting chronic pain, autoimmune disease, fatigue, dysautonomia, anxiety, and other invisible illnesses. May God give you strength for today, peace for your heart, and hope for tomorrow. No matter what y

12 likes

The image shows an open book on a stand in a dimly lit room, with light illuminating the pages. Overlay text reads "5 WAYS to be a writer with a chronic illness."

An old book and a pocket watch are visible, with torn paper overlays listing "1) Get a flexible writing schedule!", "Break work in small manageable chunks", "Write when your body feels best", and "Prioritize your rest."

A desk scene with a laptop, coffee, and notebook. Overlaid text reads "2) Use Assistive Tools!", followed by "Use voice-to-text software", "Try text expanders", and "Use screen recorders."

5 ways to be a writer with a chronic illness

5 simple ways to write with a chronic illness #chronicillness #chronicillnessjourney #chronicillnesswarrior #2025intentions #writers

7 likes

A person lies in a hospital bed with an IV in their arm, covered by a blanket. The image has text overlayed that reads "Things that make chronic illness life easier SWIPE," indicating the start of a series of helpful items.

A white and gray jar opener is shown on a speckled countertop. The text "jar opener" points to the tool, highlighting its utility for individuals with chronic illness.

A black rolling cart, labeled "chronic illness cart," is filled with various items. These include a tissue box, medication storage containers, and other essentials like vomit bags, as indicated by text labels.

Things that make chronic illness life easier

let me know if you want more #chronicillness #mobilityaid #spoonie

321 likes

Chronic illness Junk journal

I spent a week in the hospital with sepsis so I decided to junk journal about it. I love to make art out of my pain it makes everything feel less sucky when I can make something cute. #chronicillness #artist #junkjournaling #scrapbook #messyjournal

158 likes

🌻 Foods That Keep Me Going When My Body Hurts | Chronic Illness Flare Day Foods

🌻 Foods That Keep Me Going When My Body Hurts When my pain is high and my energy is low, I focus on foods that are simple, comforting, and nourishing. I'm not chasing perfection. I'm trying to fuel my body the best I can. Some of my flare-day favorites include: 🥣 Warm soups and

30 likes

🌿 Chronic Illness Chronicles- Vol. 2

#emergingcreator 🥄 Spoon Theory Explained Have you ever wondered why someone with a chronic illness can seem okay one day but completely wiped out the next? This is where Spoon Theory comes in. Created by writer Christine Miserandino, Spoon Theory is a simple way to explain what it's l

77 likes

Simple Chronic Illness Support Spell Jar

As a chronic illness girlie I love having this to look at and hold when I’m feeling down about my illnesses 🫶🏻 affirmation: Even on the hard days, my body is worthy of love, care, and compassion. I honor my strength, I listen to my needs, and I choose to treat myself with patience and kindness.

27 likes

🌻 5 Affirmations For When You're Stuck In Bed | Chronic Illness, Flare Days

🌻 5 Affirmations For When You're Stuck In Bed | Chronic Illness, Flare Days & Self-Compassion Some days chronic illness asks more of us than we have to give. The to-do list waits. The dishes wait. The laundry waits. And sometimes the bravest thing we do all day is rest. If you

13 likes

🏆 Things I Do Differently In The Kitchen Because Of Chronic Illness

🏆 Things I Do Differently In The Kitchen Because Of Chronic Illness Chronic illness changed the way I cook—but it didn't take cooking away from me. Over time, I've learned to work with my body instead of fighting against it. 🌻 I keep easy meals on hand. 🌻 I prep more on good days.

3 likes

🌻 When My Body Says No, God Says Rest | A Reminder for Chronic Illness Warriors

For a long time, I thought resting meant I wasn't doing enough. But chronic illness has taught me something different. Sometimes rest isn't weakness. Sometimes rest is wisdom. When my body says "slow down," God reminds me that I don't have to carry everything today.

4 likes

Chronic Illness Changed How I Buy Clothes

I don't shop for trends anymore. Shopping looks different when you're living with chronic illness. Every clothing choice is about reducing pain, saving energy, and making life just a little easier. Comfort isn't giving up—it's adapting. I shop for **comfort, function, and e

90 likes

Chronic illness life

Here’s to hoping a long hot bath helps this pain! #reading #kindlepaperwhite #books #chronicillness #tea

18 likes

🌻 Things Chronic Illness Could Not Take From Me (Heart Edition)

Chronic illness has taken a lot from me. It has taken energy. It has taken plans. It has taken comfort. It has taken certainty. But it did not take everything. 🤎 My sense of humor 🤎 My faith 🤎 My love for my children 🤎 My kindness 🤎 My purpose 🤎 My dreams 🤎 My voice 🤎 My drive 🤎

10 likes

🌿 Chronic Illness Vol. 13

#emergingcreator Living with a chronic illness often means doing more with less energy. Asking for help isn't a sign that you've failed—it's a way of caring for yourself and using your energy wisely. 💜 Why Asking for Help Can Feel So Hard 🌙 You don't want to be a burden.

4 likes

🌻 Chronic Illness Took A Lot From Me, But It Never Took My...

Chronic illness changed my life in ways I never expected. It took energy. It took certainty. It took plans. It took comfort. But it didn't take everything. It never took my faith. It never took my love for my children. It never took my ability to hope. It never took my sense of h

2 likes

5 Tips for Every Person With a Chronic Illness

#endometriosislifestyle #chronicillness #endometriosis #womenshealthandwellness #symptoms

22 likes

Chronic Illness as a Christian ❣️

Please note: This is personal to how I handle things in my life.. I have doctors and medications that are apart of this journey as well. Chronic Illness used to be something I was scared of and asked God: “Why?” It’s all about perspective, understanding, and trust in our savior. 🤍 Have

24 likes

Things I keep rebuying: chronic illness hospitalization edition, all under $35!!!

Hospitals are supposed to be where you go when things get bad. But during my most recent hospital stay… I was reminded that thinking simply does NOT apply when you have a chronic illness. 7 weeks after my last IVIG (far too late, thanks insurance… not), after travel, stress, and weather fluctuat

302 likes

✨ 5 Things Chronic Illness Taught Me That Changed Everything 💛

Chronic illness has taught me lessons I never wanted to learn, but lessons I'm grateful to carry. 💛 ✨ Not everyone deserves the full story. ✨ Rest is productive. ✨ My worth isn't measured by what I accomplish. ✨ Protecting my peace isn't selfish. ✨ I'm stronger than I ever kn

10 likes

Trauma and Chronic Illness

“It’s not all in your head—it’s in your nervous system. Trauma doesn’t just leave emotional scars… it reshapes the body. From autoimmune flares to heart disease, chronic stress can become chronic illness. But healing is possible. You deserve trauma-informed care that sees all of you—your pain, y

17 likes

Chronic illness girly faves 💝

A few faves that keep me cozy and happy as a chronic illness girly ❣️ #spoonie #chronicillness #chronicillnesswarrior #fyp #pots

8 likes

Chronic Illness Affirmations

“This is your reminder: You are allowed to rest. You are allowed to cancel. You are allowed to survive quietly.” #chronicillness #spoonie #invisibleillness #multiplesclerosis #chronicpain

8 likes

An illustration of a tired witch with curlers in her hair, surrounded by candles and potions, reading a book. Text reads: "BURNOUT ISN'T JUST FOR MORTALS. EVEN WITCHES NEED A SPA DAY."

An infographic titled "Witchcraft and Chronic Illness" with various tips like resting when energy is low, connecting with nature, using herbal tea, and performing simple rituals with intention.

An infographic titled "LOW-KEY WITCHCRAFT" showing ideas like using color for intention in nails and clothes, printing resources from WitchBook.app, and adding essential oils to products for intention.

Chronic Illness Witchcraft

Some days you just don’t have enough spoons. #witch #witchcraft #witchesoflemon8 #neurodivergent #chronicillness

25 likes

An illustration featuring various workout equipment like a yoga mat, dumbbells, sneakers, and a kettlebell, surrounding the text "BEST AT HOME WORKOUT CHANNELS FOR CHRONIC ILLNESS GIRLIE" on a light gray background.

Navigating exercise with a chronic illness

🌸 Working Out with Chronic Illness: My Honest Thoughts 🌸 Let’s be real — working out with a chronic illness isn’t about hitting PRs or chasing that “summer body.” For me (and maybe for you too), it’s about surviving, healing, and learning to trust my body again. 🩷 Some days, my “workout” is s

381 likes

Chronic Illness Stole From Me 01

#chronicillnessstolefromme #chronicillness #fyp #fyplemon8 #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp

35 likes

Tools That Help Me Get Dressed During Flare Days | Chronic Illness Essentials

Getting dressed isn't always as simple as opening the closet. On flare days, every button, zipper, sock, and shoe can feel like a workout. Over time, I've learned that the right adaptive tools don't just save energy—they help me keep a little independence. These are some of the dr

7 likes

My Chronic Illness Pantry Staples 🍳 | What I Keep on Hand for Flare Days

Living with chronic illness has taught me that a well-stocked pantry can be the difference between ordering takeout and putting together a simple meal. These are some of my go-to staples for low-energy days: 🥣 Oats 🍚 Rice 🥫 Canned goods 🍝 Pasta 🍲 Broth & soup 🥜 Peanut butter🫛 Frozen ve

16 likes

A red flag on a pole against a purple background with circles, titled "red flags for chronically ill people friendship and relationship edition" by @chronically.char.

Three red flags against a purple background. They list red flags: not accepting conditions, pressuring to push limits, and saying to 'just relax' or 'think positively'. Creator: @chronically.char.

Three red flags against a purple background. They list red flags: only wanting to see you on good days, shaming for medication/mobility aids, and making the condition about them. Creator: @chronically.char.

Relationships & Chronic Illness 🚩 Tips

All credit for the images and written content in this post goes to @chronically.char on Instagram. “Red flags for chronically ill people - friendship and relationship edition ❤️‍🩹🚩 I wanted to make this to go along with my green flags I posted a few days ago! ✨ -they don’t accept or try t

270 likes

🌻 The Ultimate Flare-Up Emergency Kit | Chronic Illness Survival Essentials

🌻 The Ultimate Flare-Up Emergency Kit Flare days don't always give us a warning. That's why I've learned to keep an emergency kit stocked with the things that help me rest, recover, and make it through the hard days with a little more grace. My kit includes: 💊 Medications &

7 likes

Chronic illness holistic options

Having to make the move from TikTok so hopefully my community finds me over here😅 #hidradenitissuppurativa #hswarrior #skincare #dermatologist #chronicillnesswarrior

449 likes

Summer for someone with chronic illness part 2

Staying out of the heat, sleeping a lot, reading a lot, sooooo many BP checks, lots of nausea. The usual. #chronicillness #chronicillnesswarrior #ehlersdanlossyndrome #gastroparesis #dayinthelife

13 likes

Adapting hobbies for chronic illness & disabilies

I have always loved photography. One of my favorite things used to be the freedom of getting in the car and driving somewhere beautiful just to take landscape photos. Since becoming chronically ill and disabled, my life looks very different. I can’t really be spontaneous anymore, and most thing

5 likes

Chronic Illness ❤️‍🩹

I don’t really like the idea of opening up this part of my life to the endless void of the internet, but I’ve been following so many accounts in this chronic-illness-niche and haven’t seen much in terms of those who crave the outdoors, but can’t always get there or do what they truly love. Not to s

12 likes

Chronic Illness: Changing The Way You Eat

https://www.livingwithlatitude.com/p/one-of-the-hardest-things-youll-do?r=7o9lo3 #chronicillness #healthylifestyle #changes #digestivehealth #invisibleillness

3 likes

🏆 Kitchen Tools That Save My Hands on Bad Days | Chronic Illness Kitchen Essen.

🏆 Kitchen Tools That Save My Hands on Bad Days One thing chronic illness has taught me is that working smarter is not the same as giving up. On painful days, even simple kitchen tasks can feel overwhelming. Opening a jar, chopping vegetables, stirring a pot, or standing too long can drain the

6 likes

The image features the title "Positive Chronic illness Quotes" with two cartoon frogs on a green, grassy background with flowers. The date "15 AUG." is visible, along with a yellow arrow and white sparkles, indicating a collection of uplifting messages.

A light pink background displays the quote: "When you are resting because you are worn out, you need to remember that you are not wasting the day doing nothing. You are doing exactly what you need to do. You are recovering." A small heart and kiss mark are also present.

On a dark grey textured background, the quote reads: "Sometimes all you can do is smile. Move on with your day, hold back the tears and pretend you're okay." A cartoon figure meditating with clouds is in the corner.

Positive Chronic illness Quotes

I want to bring positivity to the spoonie community. We already have to deal with so much on a daily basis. We mostly hurt all the time and fight through it. When we show a little weakness people tell us to stop being lazy, which is not right in a million ways. Positivity helps someone going throug

6 likes

The Hidden Grief of Chronic Illness 💜

People think chronic illness is only about symptoms. But one of the hardest parts is the grief. Not just grieving people—but grieving the life you imagined. The spontaneous plans. The energy you used to have. The career you loved. The hobbies you miss. Even the version of yourself before your

1 like

Chronic Illness Game!

my results are a little on the nose 😂 but that is expected as someone with three. sorry this is like the 3rd bingo card I've posted. They're just so fun! stay salty my friends 🧂❤️ #chronicillness #posturalorthostatictachycardiasyndrome #ehlersdanlossyndrome #autoimmunedisease #a

111 likes

A light-colored sweatshirt with "my chronic illness hobbies" embroidered. An embroidery hoop on the sweatshirt shows a moon, stars, and a "no" symbol, representing a crafting hobby. A "SWIPE" indicator is at the bottom.

A white headset and a light blue and mint green Nintendo Switch console are placed on a plaid blanket, illustrating a gaming hobby. The word "GAMES" is visible.

A white headset rests on a pink spiral-bound journal with a gold leaf design, all on a plaid blanket. This image represents a journaling hobby. The word "JOURNALING" is visible.

My chronic illness hobbies

Hi Lovely’s! These are some of my low energy activities I do to still get the most of my day while being stuck at home most often due to my chronic illness! All with music of course! Xoxo #chronicillness #chronicallyill #invisibleillness #invisibledisability #gastroparesis

9 likes

Chronic illness junk journal: Medical “junk”

Some of the medical “junk” I save to use in my chronic illness junk journal. #junkjournal #scrapbook #chronicillness #medical #junk

7 likes

See more