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
Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Without Knowing ItWhen I was diagnosed with IBS it was one of the happiest days in my life. I can still remember the moment...reactionscomments
The Wrong Way: The Relationship between IBS, Mental Health and Eating Disorders*Warning: this article contains possible triggers* I know that I am not alone when I say that sometimes IBS affects not only...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 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
Things I Miss From Before I Had IBSWhen I was a teenager, I was able to do so much (i.e. work, play sports, go to parties, etc.) that I...reactionscomments
How Slowing Down Has Helped My IBSMany years ago I used to rush from one thing to the next. Constantly busy with a million tasks on my plate...reactionscomments
Game of Moans: The War between Fibromyalgia and IBSDoes it ever feel like your fibromyalgia and IBS are at war with each other, constantly bickering, disagreeing, and disrupting your life?...reactionscomments
I Haven’t Seen a Doctor in YearsI haven’t seen a doctor in years, but before I go into why, let me tell you a brief story about myself...reactionscomments
Being Patient with New MedicationNo, not being A PATIENT with new meds…funny, right? Oh, ok, here we go… Medication can be one of the cornerstones of...reactionscomments
The Wrap Plan: When Things are Breaking DownLast time out, we discussed the ‘Early Warning Signs’ section of the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (or WRAP) plan. As a reminder...reactionscomments
Could SIBO Treatment Have Cured my IBS?I tell this story with a disclaimer because we are all so very different and what works for one person may not...reactionscomments
Fighting the Good FightFrom all the groans and gurgles going on in my abdomen, it sounds like a major battle is being fought. I’m not...reactionscomments
Making Bubbles: Finding Ways to Relax with IBSNot everyone can afford a trip to the spa. This, and the fact that not everyone suffering from IBS will find themselves...reactionscomments
What Can Giving Back Give You?Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or...reactionscomments
Why I Love and Hate the HolidaysI’ve got to be honest. The holidays are around the corner and I’m kind of excited! As an IBS sufferer, I tend...reactions9comments
I Choose To …These are the words I try to live by with my IBS… “I choose to”. The help me to decide what I...reactionscomments
A Sea of Bad ThoughtsAs a person who suffers from a debilitating condition, I can’t help but to have a sea of bad thoughts from time...reactions5comments
The Eightfold Path: Right ConcentrationIn this series about the Buddhist ‘Eightfold Path’, I would like to share my thoughts about how very simple concepts and ideas...reactionscomments
Whip that IBS into Shape: 5 Tips to Help you Stay Active, Healthy, and HappyStaying active isn't easy. This is especially true when you're dealing with ailments such as IBS, mental health, and fibromyalgia. The battle...reactionscomments
