“Disability is not a bad word. It is not offensive. We should not be afraid of it.”
Disability Makes Me Feel Colorful
“Personally, my disability was the best thing that could have ever happened to me. It is difficult. It is painful. It is exhausting.”
Overcoming Medical Trauma with IBD
“I remember trying to explain that I wasn’t feeling well and then downplayed it for just being tired because I’m used to doing that.”
The call of disease
The call you will likely hear resound when illness comes is a battle cry. Fight. Beat. Kill or be killed. I heard this cry when disease came my way and I yelled back; “War.” I fought through. I muscled on. I battled. I steeled against. Put on a brave face
Inside the Patient Entrepreneur’s Mind: Jon Margalit
Managing a chronic illness is challenging, whether it is your own or a loved one’s. Starting and …
The Implications of Using CBD for Chronic Conditions: Here’s What We Know
Cannabidiol (CBD), a non-intoxicating compound in cannabis, has become a popular alternative to pharmaceuticals. CBD users can …
Chronic Illness & Anxiety: A Chicken & Egg Scenario
Anxiety and depression are prevalent for those who suffer from chronic illness. In fact, one study found …
Pinup Model
Photo by Autumn Luciano First of all, let me say what an honor it is to speak …
Girls with Guts, The Power of a Sisterhood
When we started Girls With Guts almost 4 years ago (wow!), we wanted to share stories here …
My Journey
My name is Shayna. I am a 35 year old woman living in the Boston area. I …
