Carry On

[shay_writes]

Invisible chronic illnesses are exactly what they sound like, conditions which last a life time and aren't immediately obvious to others. The percentage of people afflicted with these conditions is great enough, likely everyone knows someone affected by an invisible disability to some degree. I am one of those people. I live every day with several

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[baxaphobia]

You are more than your disability. Many others should take this attitude!

[shay_writes]

:) You are right Bax! I refuse to stop living and I won't give up.

*hugs*

[whipchick]

I don't have a chronic illness, but I agree that it's better to be painfully aware than to be numb. This was very thought-provoking, thank you.

[shay_writes]

My first reply was lost. :(

Thank you for reading!

[swirlsofblue]

Such an impactful, powerful piece.

[shay_writes]

Thank you!

[i_will_not_say]

I like your determined attitude!

[shay_writes]

*smiles*

Thank you! I want to get as much out of life as I can.

[muchtooarrogant]

This is a great philosophy, and I'm happy you were able to define a strategy that works for you.
Dan袠

[shay_writes]

Thank you!

I had to file for disability this year and it is killing me. It has been hard to keep moving forward while feeling like my value as a person is diminished. I keep reminding myself that my ability to earn money doesn't determine my self-worth.

[muchtooarrogant]

Disability support is there for a reason, and you shouldn't feel bad about using it. Trust me, it's no where near the support structure other countries have in place.

Dan

[shay_writes]

I've had to move in with my oldest daughter. She reassures me I'm helping out and not a burden. After being self-sufficient for so many years, it is hard to admit I need help.

Thank you!

*hugs*