Welcome to FibroFighters
Fibromyalgia can be an incredibly isolating condition. After being diagnosed in the fall of 2019, I quickly realized there was much more to fibromyalgia than pain alone.
I created FibroFighters to share my experiences, connect with others who understand, and help people living with fibromyalgia feel a little less alone. Living with chronic illness has been a learning experience, and through this blog I hope to share the realities, challenges, lessons, and encouragement I’ve found along the way.
You are not alone in this journey.
Before going on disability, I used to work as an educational assistant -supporting those with disabilities. Prior to working as an educational assistant, you could find me working as a disability support worker in group homes or working with younger children in preschool programming. I was always the one providing care to everyone else – now after being diagnosed with fibromyalgia I’m finding myself on the other end needing to be cared for and guided to help succeed in day to day living. Fibromyalgia has a way to take a lot away from a person. I wanted to find a way to still give back – so I created this site in hopes by sharing my personal experience living with fibromyalgia, that I can help others who are finding themselves in similar circumstances.
Before fibromyalgia, I was always on the go — taking spontaneous road trips, sightseeing, hiking, and spending as much time outdoors as I could.
Living with fibromyalgia has changed the way I do many of those things. I may need to slow down, plan more carefully, or rest more often, but I still try to make room for the things that bring me joy. Trips like visiting Jasper remind me that life can look different without losing all of the things that make it meaningful.
In April 2024, my health journey took another turn when I was diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease and bartonella. It added another layer to navigating chronic illness and has become another part of the experiences I share through FibroFighters.
I hope sharing my experiences helps you feel understood, supported, and a little less alone.
Thanks for being here, and happy reading.
Disclaimer:
The information shared on FibroFighter is based on personal experience and is for general informational and peer-support purposes only. It is not intended to replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
~ Fibrofighter
