Living Life to the Fullest: How I Thrive with Arthritis and Fibromyalgia

By Irene S. Roth

If you are experiencing osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia or any other chronic condition, this book is for you. If you feel you can’t do anything because of pain, low energy, and disability, you have come to the right place. I get where you’re coming from. In this book, I discuss quite a few tips and tricks that I learned over the years to create a good life.

I used to think that because I had a chronic condition, I had no choice of how to live. But I realized that I do. In fact, I always have a choice. I can choose to live a life that’s upbeat, inspired, and seeped in self-love or one that’s miserable and frustrating.

I hope to inspire you to live a life that’s great and not just good. I will take you on this journey towards serenity and peace. So, please pull up a chair, grab your favorite drink, and be prepared to be inspired and transformed.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Irene S. Roth
• Release date: Jul 22, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215911273

Irene S. Roth

Irene S. Roth, MA is an academic and freelance writer. She writes academically, for teens and tweens and adults. When she isn't writing, she is teaching. She is also pursuing a Master's of Social Work Degree.

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Living Life to the Fullest:

How I Thrive with Arthritis

and Fibromyalgia

Irene S. Roth

Copyright 2023 Irene S. Roth

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Table of Contents

Introduction

My Diagnosis

My Journey of Living and Thriving with Chronic Illness

Ways to Create a New Life for Yourself

1. Positive Redefine Your Life

2. Don’t Let Pain Define You

3. Revise Your Expectations

4. Seek Professional Help

5. Practice Self-Compassion

6. Engage in Mindful Habits

7. Pace Yourself

8. Honour Your Body and How You’re Feeling

9. Create a Positive Mindset

10. Develop a Proper Sleep Routine

Epilogue

Conclusion

Resources

About the Author

Introduction

It was a cold and rainy day in October. I remember sitting down with a glass of wine in my living room with the fireplace crackling and my dog laying contentedly at my feet with Toby the cat purring on his perch on the side of my chair. It hit me how tired I was. I didn’t feel like going anywhere or doing anything that day, that night and maybe the next day.

I hit a rough patch in my life. I experienced a lot of life-changing problems all in a heartbeat. I didn’t know what was wrong, but something was off. Later I would learn I had osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia – conditions of inflammation that was leading to my tiredness and feeling unable to continue teaching. I will say more about these conditions below.

At the time, I felt so overwhelmed and sad I could barely stand it. I was trying to be self-compassionate and not take myself on my usual guilt trip, one that I recognized very well. It always started in the hollow of my stomach and then it spread throughout my body. It wasn’t long before tears streamed down my face for what seemed like a long time. I had so many questions, but no answers. I felt that deep, sunken feeling in the pit of my stomach that