self care

Lupus = Lift up, persevere, use strength

Written by Rachel Lea During the 32 years of living the life of a Lupus Warrior, I’ve come to liken…

3 years ago

Now we’re cooking!

Tips for preparing meals with less stress There are some days when the thought of preparing and cooking a meal…

4 years ago

Pump up the volume: The power of music

“One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” ― Bob Marley This morning I was…

4 years ago

There’s more to life…

As people, we’re complex, multi-faceted and messy. And just as exercise, pain management, medications, and eating well are essential for…

4 years ago

When your condition affects your ability to enjoy life

13 strategies to get you through Living with a chronic musculoskeletal condition sucks. It may only suck occasionally, or it…

4 years ago

Juggling multiple chronic conditions

Living with one chronic condition can be tough; however many people live with more than one chronic condition – and…

4 years ago

Emerging from the cocoon

Dealing with pain, isolation and loneliness When you’re unwell or in pain - both physical and emotional - it’s natural…

4 years ago

12 days of wellness

With Christmas and the festive season just around the corner, and a tough year almost behind us, it’s the perfect…

4 years ago

Do your research

...when it comes to complementary, alternative and ‘natural’ treatments Many Australians use complementary or alternative treatments to manage their health…

4 years ago

It’s time to unplug

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” Anne Lamott There’s no denying…

4 years ago