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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Numie
Numie

I'm trying to find better coping mechanisms when it comes to my daily pain, and have found it helpful to talk about what is going on to others who understand. I also struggle with some negative ideations due to my pain even though I am grateful for this life. I try to manage my pain with cannabis either through smoking or eating, but today was hard because I didn't want to put my lungs through it :/. I'm finding it difficult to try to get back into working, even part-time, because the last time I was working I got really sick, etc. I need some reassurance that this is all worth it sometimes. Sending love to all of you. 

Community LeaderLeo
Leo
Yep. it's worth it. I've been in this over 25 years. It sucks. And yet, I get to manage my pain with a single Celebrex a day! Woo-hoo~! ..... yeah no.

I can't get back to 'work' but I'm blessed to have a working hubby.

for coping mechanisms? I've used a lot that involve breathing and meditation. There are guided imagery meditations that allegedly can get you "out of your pain brain" for a while. I've tried some. I'd say 50-50 on that. I got nowhere, but others get a lot of benefit and rest from 'em.

Hugs and support!
Ladydiva
Ladydiva
I agree with Leo, Numie it is worth it I have been like this since i was 45 now i`am 65 next month i will be 66 but retired woo-hoo. It is hard but God always make away out of no way. Everyone copes with pain differently. I meditate on Gods word which helps me, like tonight i woke in a lot of pain so i`am going to start reading the word of God to help my pain and brain, Support is what it is all about talking it out helps so good luck and God bless.
beclinkay
beclinkay
I forgot to say Welcome to the group. You will find only kind, helpful, and unfortunately, hurting people here. But we hang in there together.
penguine1988
penguine1988
Hi, I too agree with you Leo. Breathing and meditation seemed to be helpful coping mechanisms for many and I had experienced it. I also try pelvic therapy exercises https://www.physiomobility.com/pelvic-floor-physiotherapy-toronto/ as my coping method for pain. Needless to say, it seemed to be a very fruitful way for me. Kegel exercise, meditation, and yoga are some of the pelvic pain exercises that have helped me to cope up with painful situations in my life. In my opinion, most people should give it a try as it is much more relaxing to mind and body.
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