What Is It like to Have IBS?It’s hard for people who don’t have IBS to know what it feels like, so here’s a little exercise to help anyone...reactions3comments
How IBS Has Affected My ConfidenceIBS can get in the way of so many things but confidence is something that has been greatly affected in me. It...reactions2comments
The Eightfold Path: MindfulnessWell, folks, we have come to the end of my thoughts on the Buddhist Eightfold Path. I have talked about Right Intention...reactionscomments
IBS is a Bad SportIBS has a way of working itself into every corner of your life. That includes sports. It doesn’t matter how fit you...reactionscomments
Is Your IBS Worse in the Morning?My IBS symptoms always seem to the worst in the morning. Out of curiosity, to see if there is a common trend...reactions25comments
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
Dietary Restriction: Helpful or Harmful?Roughly five years ago I decided to eliminate gluten from my life 100%. I could no longer suffer through the constant migraines...reactionscomments
What Is Your Gut Trying To Tell You?Sunday nights were the worst. I dreaded thinking about the hours left in the day that would bring me closer to Monday...reactions6comments
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
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
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
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
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactionscomments
Why Wasn’t I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing...reactionscomments
Dealing With 'Sympathy IBS'You know how when you see someone else throw up, you feel like throwing up? That reaction actually has a name: “sympathy...reactionscomments
Decluttering As A Tool To Help Your IBSHave you ever felt that if you didn’t have to keep track of so many things that it would be easier to...reactionscomments
