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The Bright Side – Ways Chronic Illness Has Changed Me for the Better
The positive side of Crohn’s disease is often very hard to see. But I promise you that there is one. While I never enjoy being in pain, as a young women who has recently entered graduate school, I have noticed ways that my illness has encouraged me to change for the better. Organization Someone may … Continue reading The Bright Side – Ways Chronic Illness Has Changed Me for the Better
What A Night Out Consists Of For A University Student With Crohn’s
Going to Western University, it’s been somewhat of a challenge to act like the ‘normal Western student’ as others would say. There is a bar event you can attend every single night of the week. Now I believe you need a good night out every once in a while to remain sane but living with Crohn’s, the … Continue reading What A Night Out Consists Of For A University Student With Crohn’s
But I Can’t “Act My Age”
As funny as it sounds, being ill is a lot of responsibility! I used to be somewhat carefree but now everything I do seems to involve a lot of serious decision making. From going out with friends, to working out, to eating – there isn’t a time I’m not solely responsible for my health. I … Continue reading But I Can’t “Act My Age”
20 Things I’ve Learned From Living With A Chronic Illness Before I Turned 20
I just finished up meal prep for the rest of the week! It consisted of putting some carrots in a blender to add some extra flavour to my chicken broth. Although I’m on a liquid diet for the next couple of weeks because anything else feels like acid running through my body or makes me … Continue reading 20 Things I’ve Learned From Living With A Chronic Illness Before I Turned 20
Me, Myself and Crohn's 