How Embarrassing Do Your IBS Symptoms Get?I am sure that most of you have experienced your gut making really loud embarrassing noises at the wrong time and in...reactions6comments
What Is ‘Good Enough?’I’ve been thinking a lot about what I am trying to accomplish with all the work I put towards managing my IBS...reactionscomments
The Eightfold Path: Right IntentionAnd you ask me…how does the idea of ‘Right Intention’ from the Buddhist Eightfold Path affect my life, living with IBS. I...reactionscomments
Did Antibiotics Cause My IBS?I wrote an article a while back discussing my theory on how I contracted irritable bowel syndrome. I claimed that it is...reactions13comments
I Still Fear Gatherings Centered Around FoodRecently I had a dream about Christmas and it made me very afraid. This year, our family is all gathering together in...reactionscomments
My Love/Hate Relationship with CoffeeWith regards to coffee, there are two general scenarios: in the first, you're so sick of your IBS-D that you can't even...reactions1comment
Why Are My IBS Symptoms Worse In The Morning?Many people experience their IBS symptoms worse first thing in the morning, even after a long and restful sleep. There are a...reactions6comments
Coping with Invisible Illnesses in the WorkplaceI don't know about you, but I've lost out on several professional opportunities because of my physical and mental states. Between bathroom...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
I Want To Give Up, But I Won’tYou ever go through so much in life such as physical pain, emotional pain, work obstacles, and/or social obstacles that all you...reactions1comment
A Battle with Body ImageIt’s almost become taboo to talk about body image since it can be a sensitive topic. But it’s something I want to...reactions2comments
Describing My IBS PainMy IBS has evolved a lot over the years. It started out with frequent bouts of diarrhea, constipation, and nausea. Now, it’s...reactions37comments
How I Try To Manage My IBS Symptoms The Natural WayAfter being diagnosed with IBS, I had a feeling of relief, because finally, after many years of not knowing what was wrong...reactions3comments
Surviving IBS in the New YearYeah, yeah, yeah…resolution. We will come to the resolution that we don’t want IBS anymore. As ineffective as New Year’s resolutions tend...reactionscomments
Tips To Stay Calm On The Porcelain ThroneI know there are a lot of IBS sufferers out there who have a hard time on the porcelain throne. Whether it’s...reactionscomments
The Value of Community SupportOne of the things that I love about people who have an ongoing medical condition is their willingness to support other people...reactionscomments
Todd’s 2017 IBS Year in ReviewEvery once in a while, I like to post what is ultimately a journal entry. I think that all the sharing of...reactionscomments
Ask, Ask and Ask AgainThere are some medical conditions where the solution is pretty easy to determine. If you break your arm, it will need to...reactionscomments
My Incredible Maya Abdominal Massage ExperienceWow, wow, wow. I have never had a massage like the Maya abdominal massage before. It was an emotional, energy releasing and...reactionscomments
The Holiday ReportThis will be my second Holiday season writing about the very real troubles those of us with IBS struggle with throughout the...reactionscomments