Broken, Bare, and Rising: The No-BS Blog
This blog isn’t about sugarcoating life. There’s no “everything happens for a reason” here, no fluffy affirmations, no pretending I’ve got it all figured out. This is my no BS space to lay it all out my mess, my chaos, my survival. The days when my body won’t cooperate, my mind won’t stop racing, and the world feels like it’s moving forward without me.
This is where I get real about chronic illness, mental health struggles, trauma, and the uphill battle of just existing. It’s messy, it’s raw, and it’s honest the kind of honesty most people avoid.
Here, inspiration meets reality. Education meets raw truth. Awareness meets healing. And yeah… it’s basically my virtual diary, documenting the unfiltered truth of navigating a life that doesn’t come with an instruction manual.
You’ll read about the hard stuff the heartbreak, the isolation, the setbacks no one warns you about but also the wins, the small wins, and the unexpected moments of clarity that remind you: you can survive this, and you can rise from it stronger than you thought possible.
Topics include:
Domestic Violence and Healing – the ugly, the painful, the survival
Health and Wellness – what actually works when your body fights you
Living With Chronic Illness and Pain – the days that feel impossible and the victories that keep you going
Reflections – raw thoughts, uncomfortable truths, and insights from the trenches
Blog Series on Various Topics – deep dives into specific struggles, challenges, and growth areas so you can really learn, relate, and reflect
This space is for anyone who’s tired of pretending. For anyone who’s felt unseen, stuck, or defeated. Your pain doesn’t define you, your courage to rise does. Step in. Read, reflect, and claim your power.
Chronic Illness - A Shift in Self-Perception
For me, living with a chronic illness has transformed my self-perception, reshaping my identity and the narrative of my life as I look to the future.
Thriving, Not Just Surviving
When my body struggles to cope with winter, I find myself battling the onset of feelings that aren't quite right, and my mental health can become a bit challenging
Thriving not Surviving
There was a time in my life when even the simplest act of walking felt like an challenge. I used to look at people casually strolling around with envy, wondering if I'd ever be able to do the same.
Living with PTSD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Four years ago, I experienced a traumatic event that completely changed my life as i learnt trauma was knocking on my door from a little girl. It's never easy to talk about, but I think it's important to share and living with PTSD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Living with Dissociation
Living with dissociation. You know that feeling when you're watching a movie, but it feels like you're watching through a foggy window? That's been my everyday reality for as long as I can remember
Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Healing requires you to have an open mind and be open to try new things, new opportunites also benn chronicly ill has also taught me this sometimes medications are not always the answer and can do more harm then good i took on holistic approach and holistic practices have become essential on my journey toward wellness and healing
Living with a Neurological Disorder
As I'm learning as hard it is living with a neurological disorder like fnd and having a issue within the vestibular system and my nervous system.
Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Thriving and Surving is my own personal story on managing my medical conditions and thriving and making a life for myself. We can all flourish in our unique ways, despite the challenges and limitations we face.
Thriving Not Surviving
I have a passion for journaling, even though mine tends to be quite public for various reasons. Reflecting back to where it all began, I started blogging in 2001. In 2018, I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, and now, in 2024, I’m thriving rather than just surviving.
Thriving Not Surving
On days when my body is crying out for help and all I want to do is stay in bed, especially when the pain reaches a level of 10, it's during these times that I must prioritize self-care the most.
Thriving, Not Just Surviving
one of the medical conditions I deal with is and recently had a flare-up of. Living with Meniere's disease and vestibular migraines can be incredibly challenging for those affected by these conditions. Meniere's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that leads to vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus, and a feeling of fullness in the ear.
Thriving not Surviving
Several years ago, my health took a significant downturn. I was constantly fatigued, and despite my efforts to eat healthily and stay active, I couldn't seem to lose any weight. I felt like a sloth, wanting to sleep all the time. I realized this was more than just my endometriosis. After some blood tests, I was called in to see the doctor, who informed me that I had an inactive thyroid.
Thriving Not Surviving
My endometriosis journey began in my teenage years, when I mistakenly believed I was just experiencing bad periods. It wasn't until 2003, after the birth of my second child, that the symptoms escalated and I realized something was wrong. With a family history of gynecological issues, many of us struggled to conceive naturally.
My Reflection
I'd like to take a moment to share my personal journey with you. perhaps you'll find something that resonates with you, chronic pain is a right royal pain in my butt i dont wish it on anyone,
The Ongoing Changes in My Body
This is the reality for myself and many others living with chronic illness, and it has to be one of the toughest challenges we face. One of the most frustrating things is when people make judgments, throw around labels like "fat," or make assumptions without first asking.
Life With Glitch
This new chapter is not just about surviving but thriving in a way that aligns with my newfound reality. It's about embracing the quirks that Glitch brings, learning to adapt, and finding creative solutions to daily hurdles.
Chronic illness and Weather
Some people may not realize that weather conditions, such as barometric pressure, heat, and cold, can significantly impact their symptoms, potentially leading to a flare-up.
Empowerment through Advocacy
In a world where chronic illness is often misunderstood and stigmatized, it is essential to advocate for yourself and take control of their own health and well-being. This aspect is incredibly important, and I've come to realize its significance throughout my personal journey.
We all experience Medical Conditions differently
Grasping the concept that we all share similar conditions yet experience them in unique ways is essential. How we manage our conditions can be different from one person to another