
Mommy Won’t Play With Me Anymore - Ways to Tell Your Loved Ones You Are Chronically Ill
You just got back from your scheduled doctor’s appointment with the news that you have a chronic disease. This diagnosis does not define you, nor does it define your family. You believe your family deserves to understand the shifts that have occurred and the reasons behind your actions. You know it's time to come together as a family and face this challenge head-on. Taking another deep breath, you rise from the chair, ready to share your diagnosis. Here are ways to tell your loved ones about your chronic disease diagnosis.

Ways to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor’s Office - Things I Wish I Knew Sooner
Advocacy is a popular word that continues to be mentioned throughout healthcare as well as in mental health care, but what really is it? Why is advocacy so important? How can I advocate for myself at the doctor’s office? And where can I get started?