The pain cHronic•les
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.
Michelle Marikos, Founder & CEO
Moving Through Chronic Pain
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, 2025•3 min read
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, 2025•4 min read
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, 2025•5 min read
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, 2025•5 min read
Medication adherence and Non-adherence ...more
Chronic Pain 101 ,Emotional Wellbeing &The Pain Brain
September 13, 2024•7 min read
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, 2025•3 min read
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, 2025•4 min read
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, 2025•5 min read
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, 2025•5 min read
Medication adherence and Non-adherence ...more
Chronic Pain 101 ,Emotional Wellbeing &The Pain Brain
September 13, 2024•7 min read