When I first started seeing my Lyme doc, he told me that to heal, I needed an island lifestyle. He didn’t mean I needed to literally move to a tropical island and live in a hut (although I do think that would be extremely therapeutic). What he meant is that I need to reduce stress…
There are a lot of great treatment protocols and therapies that I truly believe can and will help: rife, sauna, ionic foot bath, vibration platform, as well as antibiotics and natural remedies. As much as I believe all of these things can make a difference, there are 3 things to understand about therapies and treatment…
Medical Care Starts At Home
My grandmother didn’t believe in going to the doctor unless it was some severe issue like a heart attack or appendicitis. I grew up going to the doctor for everything - cold, flu, upset tummy, rash. It wasn’t until about 4 years into Lyme treatment that I really got exposed to natural/home health care. And…
There’s More to Lyme
Recently I’ve heard a few comments that reminded me how little people understand about Lyme+. Social media and digital communication lets people make comments they would never make in person. One woman lectured me for not doing all she thought I should for our community. She said I’m using my sickness as an excuse. When…
“Be The Designer of Your World…”
I read this quote today on an email I got from Earth Runners (barefoot sandals that help you ground). “Be the designer of your world and not merely the consumer of it.” - James Clear, Atomic Habits They went on to challenge us to get 1% better every day. I love that concept. Many of…
The Burden of Good Intentions
I get so much advice and many many emails about my health issues. This supplement, that diet, exercise, detox, brain training, etc etc. Sometimes it can be frustrating when others want you to try something that doesn’t feel right to you. This morning I got an email talking about vagus nerve activation. The vagus nerve…
Attention Deficit Disorder
Did you know that ADD isn’t an accepted diagnosis in the medical industry? Google it! See what you find. Lots of ADHD sites but little ADD specific info. That’s because they consider ADD to be ADHD with inattention. ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. Most doctors look for the hyperactive component. For some people, they…
Actually, people do die from Lyme disease…
In learning that I have Lyme disease, someone recently stated "well at least it's not deadly". I know people mean well, and I am not angry about the statement. I do, however, want to clear the air about this topic. Actually, people do die from Lyme disease. Dr. Neil Spector, a doctor who found his…
Rise & Fall – It’s Like A Rollercoaster Sometimes
I had a couple of pretty good months - up and out of bed most days, able to clean and cook and take walks. I’m always so encouraged when there is obvious movement in the right direction. I start to think about how life might change if I can go back to work and do…
9 Years of Hope
9 years ago today, I went to the ER with such severe back pain that I couldn’t walk, couldn’t sit, and the 2 rounds of IV pain meds they gave me barely took the edge off. Since that day - I’ve been disabled. I spent the next 9 months begging doctors for answers. I’ve been…
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