From the little wins to the big ones ... - Fibromyalgia Acti...

Fibromyalgia Action UK

59,960 members67,101 posts

From the little wins to the big ones please share below :)

Scout2000 profile image
21 Replies

Hello everybody 👋🏼

I have fibromyalgia and am completely aware of how difficult and life changing it is. I recently have had a period where I have struggled mentally with the limitations of the illness and adapting to my new life.

BUT

I’m trying to acknowledge what a strong person I am for dealing with my fibro every day. That might just be going to work, walking my dog or even making my bed, which I’ve come to realise are all things I should be proud of myself for (even if they are small for others).

So I’m asking you to share everything and anything you are proud/ happy/ grateful for. I’m hoping this will create a positive thread to uplift and inspire one and other that there is still life after a fibromyalgia diagnosis! :)

Written by
Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
21 Replies
Hazel_Angelstar profile image
Hazel_AngelstarAdministratorFMA UK Staff

definitely agree - i find i manage my symptoms and cope with having fibromyalgia much better by focusing on what I CAN achieve rather than what I cannot.

Today's achievement is remembering to switch the washing machine on (i put a load of washing in on Sunday and forgot to press the on button lol). I'm also doing an online course and I finished my first module yesterday, and ready to start my second module.

Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000 in reply toHazel_Angelstar

I absolutely agree and it’s a mindset I’m really trying to learn to have because I do believe negative thinking does make my symptoms worseI love that haha! I hope you don’t mind me laughing but when I have fibro fog and forget or can’t make a decision I aim to just see the funny side! For example on a bad day it can take me 15 minutes to just decide what I want on a meal deal and I think god the staff must think I really take my food seriously😂

Also, congratulations on completing your module that’s such great news! Thank you for sharing that as it’s lovely to hear and good luck with your next one 💪🏼

Hazel_Angelstar profile image
Hazel_AngelstarAdministratorFMA UK Staff in reply toScout2000

And this post has just reminded me that I still haven't put it in the dryer 🤣😂🤣

Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000 in reply toHazel_Angelstar

😂😂 glad to be a reminder!

k77a profile image
k77a

Great post! Had a rough night yesterday & recovering today .l have a trip booked this sunday & just hoping im well enough to go.

Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000 in reply tok77a

Hiya! Thank you for sharing and I’m sorry to hear you didn’t have a great night, I hope today has been better for you? I have a holiday coming up soon and I also get worried on bad days it may affect my trip, when this happens to me I try rather than worrying I won’t be able to go to imagine myself there happy and having a great time!

But also if Sunday comes and you don’t feel up to it as frustrating as that will be you should also be proud you’ve made the right choice for you and haven’t pushed yourself too far

Keeping my fingers crossed for you and would love to have an update on how you are and your trip 🤞🏼💗

Painny profile image
Painny

A nice post 👍

It took me 3 hours 🥹 this morning to decide whether or not I should go to the train station to buy my ticket for a holiday in a few weeks time. Finally I managed to get to the ticket office albeit with assistance from staff once there.

By the end of this journey I struggled to walk and missed the bus, I got excruciating chest pain but with a cane in my hand I persuaded the driver of the bus to open the door outside the bus stop. Luckily he did and managed to get home before my collapse in the street.

A painful trip but I did it; now my brain has been switched to positive thinking….so thank you xx

Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000 in reply toPainny

Hi Painny, thank you for sharing your experience with us.Good for you for making the decision to go and asking for assistance if needed once there, that in itself is a lot to be proud of!

Also, well done for in a difficult situation managing to remain calm and find a solution, this is something sometimes I struggle to do and find myself just accepting the situation or panicking.

I really hope you look on the day as an achievement, hope you have a fab rest of the week 😁

KimiJay profile image
KimiJay in reply toPainny

You warrior you!!! Brilliant!

fmlife profile image
fmlife

My achievement is I have not eaten the brownie or the butter cake or short bread hubby made, considering said was trying to loose weight this is rather difficult, I am trying to be strong, lettuce anyone?

Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000 in reply tofmlife

Wow you have some strong will power 💪🏼 Keep going 💗

Gaballetto profile image
Gaballetto

Hey everyone, I have been immensely proud of myself for getting back into swimming in the sea this summer.

It is a 40 minute drive from home, and sometimes it can be challenging to ignore the tiredness and pains and brave the travelling and the chilly water, but OMG how it makes me feel better!

I think it's the combination of the cold water and the physical activity and overcoming the mental barriers that makes me feel so exhilarated for the rest of the day.

I would urge anyone who has access to a safe swimming spot to give it a try, even if it's just a dip because you are not a confident swimmer.

My physio encourages me, and has given me a list of local swimming pools I can turn to when the weather gets too cold.

Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000 in reply toGaballetto

Hiya 👋🏼That’s absolutely something to be proud of 🎉

Recently whilst on holiday I found swimming really helped my pain but since being home I’ve been too nervous and using tiredness as a reason not to go to my local pool- so thank you for sharing that as you’ve given me the push I need to go!

Gaballetto profile image
Gaballetto in reply toScout2000

Go for it!

Kitten-whiskers profile image
Kitten-whiskers

What a great post - just what we all need. I would say for me is going from being almost bed bound and to weak to lift a cup of tea to being able to live a normal life - from being able to use my treadmil again and use weights to working full time. It has been a real struggle but I am so pleased I did this : > I also hope it bring people some hope

Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000 in reply toKitten-whiskers

Hiya! Thank you this brings me a lot of hope as I’ve only been diagnosed with fibromyalgia for 6 months, so I’m still understanding it myself. How did you manage to reach the point you are at now?

Kitten-whiskers profile image
Kitten-whiskers in reply toScout2000

There were lots of things really and it did take years (sorry) but I did have alot wrong with me, but one thing that I always recommend to people is to read Dr Leon Chaitows book on muscle pain and fibromyalgia- it's an incredible book, it will lift your spirit because you have come across someone who truly understands fibro and cfs, it really changed my life, I used to leave the doctors in tears as they clearly did not understand at all and would just load me up with medication. I had Adrenal fatigue which was evil, Estrogen Dominace, hashimoto's thyroiditis, leaky gut, IBS, Candida, fibromyalgia etc so I had my work cut out, hopefully it won't take as long for you x

Scout2000 profile image
Scout2000 in reply toKitten-whiskers

Thank you so much, as I don’t know anyone in person with fibromyalgia sometimes I can feel a little lonely but exactly what you’ve just described of crying at the doctors and just being filled with medication is exactly how I feel. I will definitely get the book, I’m currently reading the body keeps the score to try and understand myself a bit better. I really appreciate you sharing that with me and I hope you’re doing well now 💗

Kitten-whiskers profile image
Kitten-whiskers in reply toScout2000

Your welcome, it's priceless and he recommends trigger point, which I do he also has you tube videos. I'm doing really well thank you, still further to go , now focusing on leaky gut and IBS. It may take time but things can improve x

Lemonyblue profile image
Lemonyblue in reply toKitten-whiskers

I too am reading Leon Chaitows book. I think it gives a better understanding of fibro etc and just how complicated it is to treat the symptoms. I've just started some of the exercises so fingers crossed xx

Bar123ney profile image
Bar123ney

Hi Scout 2000 that is a brilliant idea. I’m proud that I can manage to work everyday. Also look after my husband and manage to remember to get him to his appointments. Hope everyone is having a good day 😀

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Please advise me how to deal with my Benefit Claim, Please see question below, Thanks to all for any help you can provide.

Hi All I'm new to this site & need some help please, I suffer with Fibromyalgia, Facet Joint...
jayjay57 profile image

Diagnosis changed from RA to Fibromyalgia what are the symptoms?

So my diagnosis has been changed from seropositive Rheumatoid arthritis to fibromyalgia and I am...
Helzbells profile image

Introduction to the group...Howdy From The USA

It is so nice to meet you ALL. I have joined here to get help with the Extreme nerve pain that I...
ChefShelly profile image

To the Wives, Husband's, Girlfriends, Boyfriends and Partners of anyone who has Fibromyalgia ....

Hello all, I have tried writing this message so many times but I always end up a crying mess before...
MKMale profile image

Any advice at all?

I honestly don’t even know if this is the right forum to post on, but my Doctor says that it’s...
Wanheda242 profile image

Moderation team

See all
Hazel_Angelstar profile image
Hazel_AngelstarAdministrator
Lynda_FMA_UK profile image
Lynda_FMA_UKModerator
Sarah_fmauk profile image
Sarah_fmaukModerator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.