My View Series #10

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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I was unstoppable until this disease knocked me on my behind. Words couldn't express the terror I felt. I was scared. With encouragement, support and research, it comforts me to know I am not alone. I am still unstoppable. With every bad situation, good will come out of it.— Carolyn Kingsley

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My View Series #9

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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I am a very active person who was diagnosed with lupus. The slow days when I can hardly walk and the pains traveling here and there are not pleasant. But I refuse to let these things get the best of me. I stay positive, rest when I have to, take medicine when needed, and do all I can on the good days. Love those good days. I will not accept defeat. Fight! And enjoy each day as it comes.—Louise Linda Sherriff

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My View Series #8

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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Educate yourself about the disease and if you don't have a strong support group, find one. Don't ever be afraid to say, ‘I need someone to listen’ or just someone to give you a warm smile. Sometimes people with lupus feel like no one understands but there are people who feel your pain and have walked in your shoes with this disease, even though it affects people differently.—Antinea Carpenter

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My View Series #7

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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Not a day goes by that something in my body doesn't remind me that I have this "lovely" disease. It's hard because people look at you and think "you look fine." Just smile and try to keep a great sense of humor. IT is what IT is, but it doesn't have to define WHAT or WHO you are!—Amy Bass

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My View Series #6

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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Having lupus means you embrace the good days and try not to beat yourself up during the bad. You can live a “normal” life but you have to listen to your body. Rest when you know you need to and trust that each flare will eventually pass. And you’re never alone, I promise. We’re all here to support each other.—Maurissa Tancharoen

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My View Series #5

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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Don’t use lupus as an excuse to fail. You define lupus, it doesn’t define you. So get out there and do anything you want, even though people will set every limit on you. Keep asking if you don’t understand something, and research everything.—Kari Wall

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My View Series #4

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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Be kind to yourself, be kind to those around you. Educate loved ones. Take time to care for yourself first so you have endurance to care for others. Find humor, chocolate and tolerance with your condition. You don't have to like it, you just have to accept it.—Paige Collins

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My View Series #3

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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Take every moment as just that: a moment. Truly, time, patience, and rest are essential to begin the emotional healing process of living with a chronic illness as opposed to being defined by one. The most challenging thing has been to not let lupus define me, even on the days it dictates what I am capable of doing.—Anya Brodsky-Smith

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My View Series #2

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now. It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus. They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question. In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?" I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

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Seek the support and help from those around you. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Educate yourself but use multiple sources. Finally and most important, listen to your body! Rest when it says rest and don't feel guilty about it.—Cindy Sawyer

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My View Series #1

I was doing some internet research on what could trigger a lupus flare and came across a magazine called Lupus Now.  It had some good articles to help lupies deal with their symptoms and learn to live with lupus.  They have a section called "My View" where they have readers respond to a question.  In the Summer 2011 issue, they asked, "What would you tell a friend who has just been diagnosed with lupus?"  I really liked some of the responses, so I'll share some of them in a series of posts.

 

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It's going to be a fight, but you will find a strength inside you that you never thought you could have. When doors to life and normalcy shut, fight like hell to find a window. If you keep fighting back, lupus will never be able to take over your life.—Charlene

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