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Struggling with Chronic Illness and Identity

TrebleNurturer

571d

Hello! I am an elementary teacher, a mother of younguns, and a chronic health sufferer, as you would know! My pre-health-problems personality was bright and optimistic, and I struggle to reconcile who I wish I still was with who I am now, and who I will become.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

Diabetes Type 1 (T1D)

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis

Fibromyalgia (FM)

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    • HisWillNotMine

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      @TrebleNurturer that's understandable. My daughter definitely helps lift my spirit. I just feel so guilty that I can't do more with her (out of the home)

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    • Myshadowle

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      Oh it's so hard sometimes. I try to still do the things that helped me be that person, just in smaller doses and with some modifications. I'm no longer the first mom on the playground, but I can still push a swing.

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    • TrebleNurturer

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      Sometimes I’m so grateful for my kids, especially my 8 yr old daughter, because in my darkest health days, taking care of her gets me out of my pity party. But sometimes I wish I could take care of only myself, just for a day or two.

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      • HisWillNotMine

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        @TrebleNurturer that's understandable. My daughter definitely helps lift my spirit. I just feel so guilty that I can't do more with her (out of the home)

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    • HisWillNotMine

      571d

      Hey there! I can relate. I have a 7 yr old daughter. Got diagnosed with T1 at age 4 (25 yrs ago) and while it hasn't always been easy, the last 2 years have definitely been the hardest.

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