Living with Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis I’ve learned that with Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis, I’m often my own biggest foe. Yes—technically, my body is fighting against itself. But what I really mean is my struggle with perseverance. The Everyday Battle Every day, I have to tell myself no to things that once brought me joy.… Continue reading When You’re Your Own Biggest Foe
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The Invisible Battle: When Your Illness Doesn’t Show
Autoimmune diseases like Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis can silently wreck your life from the inside out — all while you look perfectly fine on the outside. In many ways, this post is the hardest to write — because it means going back to the days I hid everything I was going through. It’s about the… Continue reading The Invisible Battle: When Your Illness Doesn’t Show