The Truth About My Recovery: Why It Wasn’t a Straight Line
Introduction When people hear my recovery story, they often wonder how I did it so “quickly.” From being bedridden and barely able to walk, to hiking mountains in Hawaii within a few years, it might seem like a miracle or an overnight success. But the truth is, my progress was far from linear. It was […]
7 Simple Ways to Calm Your Nervous System and Support Recovery
Introduction When living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Long COVID, it often feels like your nervous system is stuck in overdrive. Many describe it as being trapped in “fight or flight,” with a buzzing, wired feeling that just won’t switch off. The key to healing is learning how to activate the parasympathetic nervous system. This […]
Why “100% Recovered” Might Be Holding You Back
The Problem With Measuring Recovery in Percentages When you’re healing from something as exhausting and unpredictable as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Long COVID, it’s natural to want to track your progress. “How far along am I?”“Am I 40% better? 80%?”“Am I fully recovered yet?” But here’s the thing: recovery isn’t a straight line, and trying […]