Workplace Stress and IBSDue to the nature of my job, I tend to put up a big ol’ block when it comes to ‘workplace stress.’...reactionscomments
Access to Medications in an Opioid-Crisis EraThe United States is currently in an epidemic that is often referred to as the “opioid crisis.” This has led to a...reactionscomments
My New Years Resolution for 2019Towards the end of the year, I like to reflect on how the year went overall. I do this because it helps...reactionscomments
Situations That Don’t Work with My IBSOver the past three years, I have noticed that some situations are particularly difficult for me due to my IBS. Usually, it’s...reactionscomments
Medication Management: AntidepressantsOften, I like to share situations that I run across in my work as a social worker to share with others who...reactionscomments
The Monkey MindI am happy to report that my IBS has been rather kind to me lately. That’s maybe not the best way to...reactionscomments
An Embarrassing CoincidenceLately, I’ve been writing a lot about gas and how painful it can be for a person with IBS, especially severe IBS...reactions2comments
Stress and Fear of New EnvironmentsOne commonality amongst many of us who suffer from IBS is that we often experience anxiety in uncomfortable circumstances and new environments...reactionscomments
How Bad are Your Mornings?If you struggle with anxiety, have you ever tried to monitor the intensity of it as you go through the day? Mine...reactions7comments
Commonalities Across the IBS CommunityFor years I’ve been active with many online IBS communities across different social media platforms, and I’ve realized that even though there...reactions2comments
I Took My IBS on Holiday to Italy, Ate All the Gluten and ThrivedA few years ago I did what you shouldn’t do when you have IBS and cut gluten from my diet. It used...reactionscomments
IBS Anxieties: Loss & ProgressionIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the...reactionscomments
Don’t Give Up on YourselfI would like to start this post by saying that every IBS journey is a trying journey, so please never give up...reactionscomments
Confidence and Self-EsteemThe more I read about the many psychological issues that people with IBS experience, the more the subject of confidence and self-esteem...reactionscomments
My Belly HurtsJust so we’re clear, it’s not the front of my belly or lower abdominal area that is my problem right now. It’s...reactions2comments
IBSgirl in... Awkward Social EncountersWhen you decide to dress up because your IBS symptoms have finally subsided. As members of the IBS crew, we often find...reactionscomments
Things I Learned About My IBS In 2018I quickly want to share with you all what I have learned about my IBS condition and myself this past year during...reactionscomments
Navigating Christmas with IBSNavigating Christmas with IBS can be a tricky job. It’s the ultimate season of parties, festive tipples and food, food, food. This...reactionscomments
Blue Collar AromatherapyNot all of us have unlimited resources to fuel an aromatherapy habit. When I first realized the true power of scent for...reactionscomments
Really? I Have to Use the Toilet Again?IBS interrupts my productivity all the time. In fact, it interrupts my daily life constantly, whether I’m being productive or not, and...reactionscomments
