Tips for Coping With Chronic Pain

Hi Nicole,
I understand all those scary feelings, frustations , anger and loneliness .
There are a couple of things I can suggest.
1. Go to www.karenandarthritis.com
There's a lot of info. for disease management there including a 12 step program. You are in a grieving process right now. It's okay to be angry. The website will answer most of your questions
2. Half of the battle will be about controlling negative thoughts I know a great therapist called Steve at Lex and 41 st I will email you the number tomorrow
3. Rest is soooooo important. Some days I'd lie in bed at Tudor City for the whole weekend fatigued.
4. Fish oil take 6 capsules a day. Your body needs anti oxidants
5. Take men out of the equation for now . Too much pressure! Or fiddle around online while you're resting, just with an attitude of fun
6. Take some time in the day to get some space and consciousness about your thoughts. Look at the leaves of the trees, the water etc . Be in the moment without a fear if only for a minute
7. Buy the book Always looking up by Michael J Fox
Go to my website it will help
Till later, know that you are special and somehow your courage will make you stronger and a better person.
K x