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Chronic Pain: Have Fun!
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mpratt
If you grimaced at the title for this blog post, I’m sure you’re not alone. In the midst of tremendous pain, it can be very easy to push all thought of fun out of our minds. It’s also easy to lose sight of the importance of laughter, humor, or even a small smile – any…
The Kindness of Strangers
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mpratt
It was almost a cliche in theater classes, the line uttered by Blanche du Bois in Tennessee Williams’ epic play Streetcar Named Desire: “I have always depended on the kindness of strangers.” But it really isn’t a cliche – it’s something each of us has experienced, felt, enjoyed. The kindness of strangers. We see a…
Chronic Illness: Reunions and Us
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mpratt
This time of year, many families are gathering in large or smaller groups to celebrate their relationships and relations. I really enjoy family reunions, and I always learn something new about my heritage, where I come from and who I am. There’s another benefit to attending reunions for people with chronic illness: We can learn…
Chronic Illness: Waiting to Call the Doctor?
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mpratt
At some point, it happens to each of us who has a serious chronic illness. We feel something “off,” and it doesn’t go away. Perhaps it is a dull pain. Or a sharp pang. Or a rash. Or a sudden swelling. And we think, “Oh, no. Not again. Really?!” We might have just been through…
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