What is your career plan? My career path? Let’s just say it wasn’t exactly a straight line. It looked more like a GPS that kept saying, “Recalculating.” I never loved school, especially the classes where I remember thinking, “When in the world am I ever going to use this?” (I’m still waiting for the day... Continue Reading →
I’ve been living with osteoarthritis for over 35 years now—and let me tell you, it has definitely made itself at home. It started in my knees around age 25… then by 35, my hands said, “Hey, don’t forget about us.”Later on, my spine joined the party… and just last year, my feet decided they didn’t... Continue Reading →
How do you unwind after a demanding day? How Do You Unwind After a Demanding Day? Let’s be honest… most days are demanding when you live with chronic pain. There isn’t always a clear “on” and “off” switch. Pain doesn’t clock out at 5 PM. It lingers, it nags, and some days it flat-out takes... Continue Reading →
Happy Monday! Today is a fresh start, a new opportunity to walk in God's grace and renew our spirits. As we begin this week, remember to be gentle with yourself. No matter what yesterday brought, today is a new day full of possibilities. Give yourself permission to let go of any harsh self-judgment , animosity... Continue Reading →
Not All Disabilities Are Visible As we celebrate Arthritis Awareness Month this May, it’s a powerful reminder to look beyond the surface and understand that not all disabilities are visible. People often say, “You don’t look sick,” or question why someone is parking in a handicap spot. These comments stem from a lack of awareness... Continue Reading →
Navigating #QuittersDay with Arthritis As we approach January 10th, a startling statistic looms large: an estimated 88% of people abandon their New Year's resolutions by this date. Dubbed #QuittersDay, it serves as a reminder that many of us face obstacles that often feel insurmountable, particularly those who live with arthritis or chronic pain. The struggle... Continue Reading →
Living with Osteoarthritis: My Journey of Resilience and Adaptation Welcome to my blog! I’m Deb Andio Today, I want to open up about my journey with osteoarthritis a condition that many might not see but feel profoundly every day. While it’s often classified as an "invisible disability," the reality is that it shapes my life... Continue Reading →
Hello, lovely readers! Today, I want to share my recent diagnosis of osteoarthritis in yet more new areas—specifically in my feet and also 2 toes. Alongside the arthritis I already have in my knees, hands, neck , back, and spine, it feels like I’m juggling a lot of chronic pain. Some days are exhausting. If... Continue Reading →
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