Fibromyalgia Support Group

You're not alone in your pain. Fibromyalgia is a condition that can be difficult to diagnose and manage. If you're trying to cope with pain throughout your body, sleep problems, general fatigue, or other common fibromyalgia symptoms, you're in the right place. The community is here for you to talk about therapies and share your challenges.

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hopegrowshere
hopegrowshere

I used to be a member of this group and decided to rejoin. I am struggling with the career I have chosen and am not sure what my future looks like. I am 28 and in elementary education. Each year I struggle with the demands of teaching and being "on" all day, grading papers, planning lessons, working with parents, attending school meetings/events, AND trying to have a life outside of school. I find that the breaks throughout the year are helpful and have tried to focus on getting from one break to the next as a chance to breathe and heal a bit. I don't know how much longer I can manage this...


Any career ideas for people with FMS? I am looking for ANY ideas.

MyLady13
MyLady13
Omg I was a teacher when I was diagnosed and have become a Guidance Counselor. I can't concentrate nor focus! These educational jobs aren't for us. I am thinking of changing careers and don't know to what. Maybe an at home position? I applied to an Apple At Home Advisor Job. I am sure the pay isn't enough, but maybe you can begin there.
Fantod
Fantod
Maybe taking an online aptitude test might give you some ideas that could be more doable. There might be something that pops up that you haven't considered. Good luck and take care.
Community LeaderLeo
Leo
Tutoring? you have fewer students to wrangle.... Job questions leave me stumped... luck and blessings.
gkneez
gkneez
Before you give up on teaching have you asked for accommodations? Under the Americans with Disabilities Act your employer needs to change your job to accommodate your illness. I have both CFS and FM. I teach second grade and I have asked for things that have helped me keep my job. I do not do duty as standing that long is as you know too painful and difficult. I have accommodations that I am allowed to sit as much as needed. This way a principal cannot say I am not monitoring my students effectively. The have offered me a scooter to make the walk to the office and the yard easier to me. There are many things you can ask for to help you. Go to askjan.org and check out the website for ideas and your rights as an American.
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