For many, the act of applying eye makeup is a cherished ritual, a moment of self-expression, or a final touch to a confident look. Yet, for people experiencing hand tremors, this seemingly simple task can transform into a source of frustration, anxiety, and even a reason to forgo makeup altogether. Whether tremors stem from neurological conditions like Parkinson's disease or essential tremor, or are a side effect of medication, the precision required for eyeliner, mascara, an

Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) at the young age of 23 presents a unique set of challenges. While most of my peers are enjoying their youth, embarking on adventures, and planning their futures, I navigate a different path filled with physical limitations and persistent discomfort. My journey has led me to discover valuable strategies to embrace life fully, even when countless hurdles stand in my way.

Adjusting to the idea of using a wheelchair part-time has been a profoundly emotional experience for me. I often struggle with feelings of guilt and shame, not just for needing a mobility aid, but also for what it seems to say about my abilities. Sitting in a wheelchair can feel like admitting defeat. It underscores that my knee pain is more than just a temporary issue. However, I've realised that embracing this new reality is essential for my mental and physical well-being.

May is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month, which means it’s also the time of year when I reflect on the strange and complicated relationship I have with my body... especially the body I had growing up.

Rheumatoid Arthritis, a condition that has become an unwelcome companion in my life, is relentless in its progression. This unyielding...

Before we jump into this post, it feels really important to emphasise that by no means is everybody with a chronic illness or disability...

As a child, I didn't think much about invisible disabilities or how much of an impact they would have on my daily life. I also didn't...

It took me a long time to accept that self-care was not a limited term. For a long time, I thought it meant spa days and trips to the beach. But now I know that self-care is as deeply personal and unique to everyone.