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I just posted an article that might help you to maintain your perspective.  Here’s a link: http://justgotdiagnosed.com/resources/twenty-years-from-now-whats-most-important/  I think that my past has taught me what’s really important in my life. And being aware of what’s important has made it a whole lot easier to stay focused on the big picture, and to not let […]

Had a mean thought pop into your head lately? Out minds can bring us all kinds of thoughts, some of them not so kind. But that doesn’t mean you’re an unkind person.  Here’s what to do the next time you get a mean thought:     http://justgotdiagnosed.com/resources/mean-thoughts-heres-what-you-can-do/

We live in a culture that values multitasking.  But it’s not the best way to live.  It can lead to fatigue and stress, especially if you are living with a chronic condition.  Check out my article on multitasking and learn what you can do to curb the desire to multitask. http://justgotdiagnosed.com/resources/multitasking-isnt-helping-you-heres-what-to-do-instead/

When you lose your perspective, your life can feel pretty bleak. As the saying goes, you can get stuck in the view that the cup is half empty. And stay stuck there. Thinking this way can take a toll on your physical and emotional wellness as well as your relationships. Who needs that?  Check out […]

Sure, living with a chronic condition takes hard work. Compliance with the treatment regimen your doctor creates for you can be a big part of that work. You’re only human. It’s no wonder something falls through the crack from time to time. And when that happens, it can be frustrating when it feels like your […]

It seems like we are hearing a lot about the mind-body connection these days. There’s a reason for that. Medical science is learning more and more about how our minds and our bodies work together. Understanding this connection can have a positive impact on your wellness, and that’s especially beneficial if you are living with […]

When you’re living with a chronic condition, life isn’t always very predictable, to say the least. The best laid of plans can suddenly be shifted in a whole new direction when, out of the blue, you find yourself not feeling quite up to what you had planned.  Here are some ideas for parents on living […]

When you’re living with a chronic condition, you need a lot of support from your partner. But here’s a question: Are you supporting your partner in return?  Check out my latest Chronic Communication article: http://justgotdiagnosed.com/resources/chronic-communication-at-home-what-can-i-do-for-you/

When you’re living with a chronic condition, you may find that your patience can wear a little thin. And that the behavior of other people – especially people you care about – just doesn’t match up to what you expect, and know they are capable of. After all, you’re dealing with a lot. Don’t they […]

My good friend, John Gaffney, had done a lot of writing about his cancer experience.  Here is a link to a recent article he wrote.  He is an incredible writer, and he has a lot of important things to say about cancer treatment.  http://www.coastalconnecticut.com/one-mans-cancer-odyssey-part-three-rediagnosed/