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Second-Guessing

Let’s say you’ve got a decision to make. Maybe a new treatment that your doctor has recommended. Or you’re deciding between two health insurance plans. Or any of those decisions that often feel like a fork in the road. It’s human to feel fear when you have a decision ahead of you. And fear can keep…

Q: I was recently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and I am really trying to face up to this condition and maintain my independence. But there are days when I know I need help. My family is telling me that I am being stubborn when all I am trying to do is be a Fighter. When is it time to ask for help?

A: Fighters may have a reputation as the ideal role models but they aren’t always good at seeking out support unless someone shows them how much worse things will be if they don’t.
Fighters often view themselves as so in control of their situation that they can handle every...

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