Autoimmune conditions, Chronic Illness, chronic pain conditions, chronic pain india, Ehler Danlos Syndrome, invisible illness

My EDS story by Shruti Chopra

Hi, I am Shruti Chopra. I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and many of its comorbidities. It was an evening in late October 2015  when one evening, I stood up, felt sharp needles being hammered into my legs and feet, I fell back in bed, my legs didn't feel like mine anymore - they'd given way. I… Continue reading My EDS story by Shruti Chopra

Autoimmune conditions, chronic pain india, fibromyalgia, Hashimoto's disease, invisible illness, self care, spoonie

Battle Cries & Retreats

Music  A companion when one has had enough of the real world and its trappings. A form of expression that is most universal, across all age, culture & racial barriers. Music is a crutch, an undeniable support system to any situation in life, happy or sad.  A good song boosts your mood and a better… Continue reading Battle Cries & Retreats

Central Pain Syndrome, Chronic Illness, chronic pain conditions, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, invisible illness

The urge to write – Is it the pain talking or is it the fear of getting lost due to pain?

Where should I start from? I have so many questions lined up. Probably, I am going nuts. I mentioned PAIN. Its in block letters because it's excruciating and suffocating. Have you ever experienced a feeling when you just cant breath when your lungs are functioning normally. But, it is just that feeling when you want… Continue reading The urge to write – Is it the pain talking or is it the fear of getting lost due to pain?

the road less travelled
Autoimmune conditions, Chronic Illness, chronic pain conditions, invisible illness, Letters

The Road Less Travelled 

A post dedicated to times when our health came between our paths (career, goals, etc. ) and we were scared to take a decision.