What Only Migraine Warriors Know
So many chronic conditions are followed by the word "warrior," and when most people think of one, I’m guessing images of samurais, Vikings ...
Michele Jordan, a Los Angeles-based freelance writer, was diagnosed with migraine in 1992. Her writing background includes magazine and online journalism, grant writing, and now screenwriting. She is passionate about both physical and mental health and is the author of the book, Thanking Your Way to Joy: Daily Gratitude Journal. When not writing, Michele enjoys traveling with her husband, trying new, healthy recipes, and cuddling beagles. Her latest passion includes exploring and discussing issues around equity in housing, health care, and the justice system.
So many chronic conditions are followed by the word "warrior," and when most people think of one, I’m guessing images of samurais, Vikings ...
After living with chronic migraines since my teen years, I assumed I had turned over every stone. Well, that couldn’t have been further from the truth ....
I’ve tried acupuncture for my migraines on and off over the years. It’s been a mixed bag for me ....
I would if I could pack up my migraine episodes with my swimsuit and summer clothes each year. But migraines, as we know, don’t hang back for the holidays ....
If you live long enough, you’ll know deep pain. An older woman told me this when I was very young, and I thought it was rude, wise, and off-topic ...
I’ve had migraine episodes since I was a teen – around the time I fell in love with the writings of Edgar Allan Poe ....