Tag: My Life
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ATasteOfFlava|Doing Nothing but Listening to An Audiobook
Some days, the plan is simply to rest and make it through. When chronic pain gets louder, it can leave you wondering: Is the pain worsening, or is anxiety adding to what I feel? This Sunday, I’m listening to my body, letting the day unfold, and protecting my peace as I move closer to healing.
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ATasteOfFlava| I’m Under The Weather
After a rough night, I’m feeling it physically and mentally. Today, I’m choosing to sit in my quiet, rest on my couch, and keep looking toward my first surgery and the healing journey ahead. If you’re feeling challenged too, give yourself permission to rest and take care of yourself. 🌻
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ATasteOfFlava| Taking A Deep Breath
Before the neighborhood fully wakes, I’m at my desk watching the sky change, listening to the crows, and taking in the quiet from my tower window. It’s been a challenging, productive week, and today I’m giving myself room to breathe and see how the day unfolds.
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ATasteOfFlava|Saying It Outloud
ome mornings, your mind wanders somewhere you told yourself not to go. I was watching my bird friends bounce around outside my tower window when an unsettled feeling found its way back in. Have you ever had something sit in your spirit? I’d love to hear how you handled it.
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ATasteOfFlava|The Disconnect
We hear the words, but sometimes the tone is what stays with us. 🤔 Before we respond, maybe we can pause and make sure we’re really hearing each other. A little care with our tone and word choice can make a big difference in this loud world.
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ATasteOfFlava|Better Days Are Ahead
Living with chronic pain is teaching me that accepting help can be part of staying independent. I’m learning to take things slowly, ask my grandbaby for help when I need it, and keep looking toward better days ahead. Hallelujah! 🌻
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ATasteOfFlava| It’s A Stormy Friday
The wind is rattling my windows, and my hips are feeling this stormy day too. Today I’m sharing how weather and pain are meeting in my life—and the call from my nurse that gave me a next step toward exploring pain relief beyond NSAIDs.

