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Working well with chronic illness: It's about making the right choices

Sometimes we ask readers to tell us about their unique experiences, and today we're looking at work/life balance. Carol Decker has lived with chronic illness for 22 years, but has found many ways to ensure her career stays strong. From one ChronicBabe to another, here are a few of her real-life experiences and some ideas to consider.

Posted: 12/27/2008 in Careers

Get ready for the new!

So how do ChronicBabes nurture hope for the future, when we cope with so many variables? For myself, three specific things are on my to-do list: surround myself with success, make one simple promise, and cultivate a little faith. Want to give it a try with me?

Posted: 12/22/2008 in Inspiration

Be a part of Project Sin Alma

Our pal Kimberly Soenen has created "a project dedicated to exposing fraud and criminal mistreatment in the U.S. health care system." Project Sin Alma features debate and discussion related to the human rights abuses and injustices imposed on residents of the United States by the private health insurance industry, the pharmaceutical lobby and the HMO system. And you can be a part of it:

Posted: 12/16/2008 in Announcements

Good boundaries make good friends (or: suit of armor vs, mesh tank top)

I've never been all that great at setting boundaries. Until recently, that is—I've spent some time over the past couple years learning what boundaries are and how to use them effectively. And my recent wrist injury offered some reminders that boundaries are flexible and ever-changing. So why are boundaries important for ChronicBabes, you ask? Because as sick chicks, we're working with already-reduced resources—so we've got to protect what we DO have. Read on for some examples of boundaries in action and tips to help you strengthen your own.

Posted: 12/8/2008 in Relationships  |  Also posted in: Coping

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