Me vs. Fibromyalgia: Part 12 -- The Secret to a New Year Resolution

"Here's to a happy and healthy New Year!" Before my diagnosis, I remember thinking how empty those words sounded to me. Of course I was going to have a healthy year- I'm young, I'm in good shape, I don't have any serious vices, my diet is decent and I even make it to the gym every now and then. Thanks for the sentiment but I'm holding out for a ridiculously magical year, my health is just fine. Nine years later, as a Chronic Pain patient, this polite gesture takes on a whole new meaning. I know it's said with with good intent but my well-wishers have no idea just how much work it takes to have a healthy day, let alone a whole year. Planning is key There are thousands of associations, support groups, alternative medical treatments and dietary recommendations that exist solely to help us learn to not just survive, but truly LIVE with this crazy condition. There's so much help out there, it takes some effort to most efficiently take advantage of it all. Friends, I'd like to share how I reach my wellness goals and successfully manage my Chronic Pain throughout the year. (This system works for other goals too: career, budgeting, family, self care, etc.) I'll list the steps so you can join me. Copy this template. Grab a pencil, a pen, or a couple of markers to make it pretty, you'll be staring at this piece of paper for a year. Think big. Decide on and write down your overarching goals for the year. Pick two or pick ten, whatever feels right for you. My wellness goals fo...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news