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Finding Rest

30/06/202330/06/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment Surviving Chronic Illness

I received so many comments in response to last weeks’ blog that I figured they warranted their own blog!  It seems many readers could relate to the concept of rest not being restful whether because of chronic illness, pain, fatigue or sleep problems. It’s good to know we are not alone. Here follows the helpful […]

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Coping or Numbing?

09/06/202309/06/2023 Steph Penny 2 Comments Surviving Chronic Illness

‘You are coping so well,’ remarked my doctor. ‘Every time I see you, you’re always so positive and upbeat.’  ‘Maybe I should come in on a bad day!’ I shot back, laughing.  But his words made me think. What does ‘coping’ mean? How do people interpret my happy front or humour as coping—or do they […]

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What Are Your Hopes for 2023?

06/01/202306/01/2023 Steph Penny Leave a comment Surviving Chronic Illness

I’m not setting goals and plans for this year. I’m not making New Year’s Resolutions anymore. It’s not that I don’t believe in them, and if they help you, knock yourself out. But one thing chronic illness has taught me is that my goals and plans are often laughably unrealistic.  These days, when I set […]

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3 Reasons I Love Book Launches

11/06/202111/06/2021 Steph Penny Leave a comment General writing, Survivng Childlessness

What’s not to love about a book launch? Meeting people, getting to talk for a long time, people hanging on your every word. Book launches are a great ego trip. And you might sell copies of your book too!  In fact, I love book launches so much that this time around I’m holding two of […]

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