JL·Sep 30, 2016Shrinking the SpaceJohn Green, author of The Fault in Our Stars, and fellow chronic pain sufferer, said in one of his videos that one of the most frustrating…
JL·Aug 31, 2016On Performing DisabilityA little over a month into my post-concussion syndrome (PCS) diagnosis, I had taken an official leave of absence from work. During that…A response icon8A response icon8
JL·Aug 19, 2016Area Man Believes Sexism Exists Except When It Happens To Actual WomenJosh, 32, a Business Development Director at a start-up in Seattle, continues insisting that he is indeed a “male feminist” who “believes…
JL·Aug 13, 2016The Problem With PositivityWhen someone’s sad, we say, “Don’t be sad!” When someone cries, we say, “Don’t cry!” These suppressive commands are our go-to stock…A response icon2A response icon2
JL·Jun 3, 2016On the Slow Epiphanies of Self-LoveIt is an act of revolution to be a woman in this world and love your body.
JL·Mar 25, 2016On Being Unheard: How Doctors Continue to Fail Me as a Chronic Pain PatientI hesitated sharing this story but I think it’s an important one to tell.A response icon1A response icon1
JL·Jan 24, 2016Self-Care 101: A Quick Guide to Setting Boundaries & Honoring Your Needs1. Make a List (and check it twice)A response icon3A response icon3
