The Federal Government’s Swap It, Don’t Stop It campaign is one which aims to help us become more healthy, by substituting healthier foods and activities… Read More »Sometimes It Is Lupus: Healthy Snacking

My doctor’s told me I’ve been doing too much and need to rest more. I have to go back to some of the things I… Read More »Sometimes It Is Lupus: Energy Conservation

Little Engine Post. Write a list post with 10-15 lines that start each with “I think I can…” Write 5 lines at the end that… Read More »Sometimes It Is Lupus: Health Blogging Month Day 16: I think I can…

Every now and then I read articles about researchers discovering a link between chronic illness and depression. Apparently some of them think this is a… Read More »Sometimes It Is Lupus: How Depressing!

My weight: last week 89.2, this week 90.6.  This shows that while I can face the end of a relationship without binge eating – a… Read More »Sometimes It Is Lupus: Weight Loss Group: The Glycaemic Index

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I was surprised I lost weight this week! There was a family crisis, and in the midst of trips to and from hospital, missed sleep,… Read More »Sometimes It Is Lupus: Changing habits

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If I could do anything as a Health Activist…  Get aspirational. Money is no longer an option. What is your biggest goal that is now… Read More »Sometimes It Is Lupus: Health Blogging Month Day 6: Chronic Illness Business Network

Be present. Describe something peaceful with as much sensory imagery as you can. What are the sights, sounds, scents, and feelings? Peaceful?  Well, I guess… Read More »Sometimes It Is Lupus: Health Blogging Month Day 22: Be Present