The Importance of HumilityWhen I think of how IBS makes me feel, I don’t necessarily go directly to how bad the physical symptoms are or...reactions2comments
IBS Journal Entry: February 2018Every once in a while, I like to check in and say something about my life with IBS. How am I doing...reactionscomments
IBS: Daily Maintenance SkillsLet me explain what I mean by ‘Daily Maintenance Skills.’ I work with folks who are mentally ill and/or have substance abuse...reactionscomments
When It All Becomes Too MuchHow much exactly are we supposed to put up with? With IBS and the variety of other illnesses that seem to go...reactionscomments
The Eightfold Path: Right UnderstandingIn our continuing discussion about the Buddhist Eightfold Path, and how it may benefit you in your quest to manage your illness...reactionscomments
Just This One Time...For a long time now, I’ve been doing this yo-yo, back and forth dance with my IBS. I’ll do better for a...reactionscomments
The WRAP Plan: Post CrisisI have tried over the course of several articles to explain and promote the benefits of the WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan)...reactionscomments
The Eightfold Path: Right ActionAs I’ve mentioned in my previous articles regarding the Eightfold Path of Buddhist philosophy, I am sharing these ideas with you all...reactionscomments
The Eightfold Path: Right LivelihoodIn our continuing discussion about the Buddhist Eightfold path, today we will look at the concept of Right Livelihood. My intention in...reactionscomments
The Food DiaryI am a big fan of journaling. I use journals for everything. Organization, venting, keeping track of time and the events in...reactionscomments
The WRAP Plan: Crisis PlanningAs I’ve mentioned throughout our discussion of the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP Plan), you do not need to complete the entire...reactionscomments
How Much Do You Trust Yourself?Dealing with IBS and its multiplicity of corresponding troubles can be extraordinarily overwhelming. We know that the right thing to do is...reactionscomments
The Eightfold Path: Right EffortA little Eastern wisdom today, boys and girls. I thought I would share some of what is referred to as the Noble...reactions2comments
The Addictive Personality and IBSSo, so many things to consider and manage while we are living with IBS. I believe many of us try to do...reactionscomments
What I've Discovered About ExerciseFirstly, I will say, that there will be no mind altering, earth shattering revelations made about exercise in this article. So don’t...reactionscomments
Stages of Change: MaintenanceWe have come to the fifth and final part of the 'Stages of Change' series. Please see my other articles regarding the Stages of...reactionscomments
The WRAP Plan: TriggersThe Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP plan) is a series of actions one can take to improve their ability to manage symptoms...reactionscomments
Managing Psychological and Emotional PainThis month IrrititableBowelSyndrome.net is featuring discussions about coping with IBS related pain. If you take a quick look at my articles, you’ll...reactionscomments
Periodic Update: Just How am I Doing?In between helpful :-) articles, I like to try to give an update regarding my successes and failures trying to manage my...reactionscomments
Taking Personal ResponsibilityThrough all our pain and struggles, I believe it is still important to pursue one of the most basic desires of the...reactionscomments
