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Chronic pain is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of people around the world. It's important to note that every individual's experience with chronic pain can be unique, and what works for one person may not necessarily work for another. I’ll will be providing some insights into the causes, mechanisms, and challenges of chronic pain based on my personal experience in the hopes that it will help make your chronic pain journey easier.

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Michelle Marikos, Founder & CEO

Moving Through Chronic Pain

Resilience

Resilience

We talk about resilience like it’s a choice—something you consciously decide to embody, like a mantra or a mindset shift. But for those living with chronic pain, resilience isn’t about motivation or s... ...more

Mental Health ,Chronic Pain 101 Emotional Wellbeing The Pain Brain Communication Relationships &Support

March 13, 20253 min read

Best Gifts for People Living with Pain

Best Gifts for People Living with Pain

Shopping for someone who lives with chronic pain can be challenging—what do you get for someone whose daily life is shaped by pain, fatigue, and limited energy? The best gifts aren’t just thoughtful; ... ...more

Mental Health ,Chronic Pain 101 Emotional Wellbeing The Pain Brain Relationships &Support

February 13, 20254 min read

Diagnoisis and struggle

Diagnoisis and struggle

It’s heartbreaking to look back—not just at my own journey, but at the stories of so many others living with chronic pain. The years of unanswered questions. The self-doubt. The frustration of bouncin... ...more

Chronic Pain - The Basics ,Treatment Advocacy Emotional Wellbeing Treatment Approaches &The Pain Brain

February 12, 20255 min read

Love and Relationships 2025

Love and Relationships 2025

Relationships thrive when both individuals commit to adaptability, communication, and patience. Chronic pain may change how we navigate love and connection, but it doesn’t have to take them away. By e... ...more

Chronic Pain 101 ,Emotional Wellbeing &The Pain Brain

February 10, 20255 min read

Medication Stat

Medication Stat

Medication adherence and Non-adherence ...more

Chronic Pain 101 ,Emotional Wellbeing &The Pain Brain

September 13, 20247 min read

VEMA

VEMA

This model simplifies the often difficult conversations around pain management, tapering medications, and other sensitive topics. ...more

Chronic Pain 101 ,Emotional Wellbeing &The Pain Brain

August 06, 20249 min read

Resilience

We talk about resilience like it’s a choice—something you consciously decide to embody, like a mantra or a mindset shift. But for those living with chronic pain, resilience isn’t about motivation or s... ...more

Mental Health ,Chronic Pain 101 Emotional Wellbeing The Pain Brain Communication Relationships &Support

March 13, 20253 min read

Resilience

Best Gifts for People Living with Pain

Shopping for someone who lives with chronic pain can be challenging—what do you get for someone whose daily life is shaped by pain, fatigue, and limited energy? The best gifts aren’t just thoughtful; ... ...more

Mental Health ,Chronic Pain 101 Emotional Wellbeing The Pain Brain Relationships &Support

February 13, 20254 min read

Best Gifts for People Living with Pain

Diagnoisis and struggle

It’s heartbreaking to look back—not just at my own journey, but at the stories of so many others living with chronic pain. The years of unanswered questions. The self-doubt. The frustration of bouncin... ...more

Chronic Pain - The Basics ,Treatment Advocacy Emotional Wellbeing Treatment Approaches &The Pain Brain

February 12, 20255 min read

Diagnoisis and struggle

Love and Relationships 2025

Relationships thrive when both individuals commit to adaptability, communication, and patience. Chronic pain may change how we navigate love and connection, but it doesn’t have to take them away. By e... ...more

Chronic Pain 101 ,Emotional Wellbeing &The Pain Brain

February 10, 20255 min read

Love and Relationships 2025

Medication Stat

Medication adherence and Non-adherence ...more

Chronic Pain 101 ,Emotional Wellbeing &The Pain Brain

September 13, 20247 min read

Medication Stat

VEMA

This model simplifies the often difficult conversations around pain management, tapering medications, and other sensitive topics. ...more

Chronic Pain 101 ,Emotional Wellbeing &The Pain Brain

August 06, 20249 min read

VEMA
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