For the last few weeks, I just haven’t felt like myself. At first, I blamed it on my allergies, I figured it was just the usual seasonal struggle. And maybe that played a small part. But as the days went on, even when my allergies seemed under control, I was still feeling worn down. The kind of tired that doesn’t go away with a nap.
The aches started creeping in, too. My energy levels dropped to zero, and it’s been like having the flu but without the actual flu. If you live with fibromyalgia, you know exactly what that means: a flare-up.
My house looks fine on the surface; things are picked up but it’s missing the deeper care. Dusting, mopping, all the little “deep clean” jobs are sitting there whispering at me, and I just don’t have the strength to tackle them right now. I’ve been sleeping more than usual, my body hurts in ways that make even sitting uncomfortable, and my brain feels like it’s wading through fog.
Anyone with fibro knows the drill. The pain, the exhaustion, the way your mind can’t quite focus, the guilt of looking around at the things you want to do but can’t. It’s a full-body storm that shows up uninvited and lingers far too long.
But here’s what I’m reminding myself: flares don’t last forever. This is a season, not a life sentence. Right now, rest is the work. Listening to my body, giving myself grace, and letting the dust wait a little longer, that’s what healing looks like for me this week.
If you’re in the middle of a flare too, know that you’re not alone. We can’t always control when these waves hit, but we can ride them out together, one slow, gentle day at a time. 💜
🌸 My Go-To Fibro Flare Comforts
When I’m in a flare, here are a few little things that help me cope:
- Warmth therapy → Heating pads, warm baths, or a cozy blanket calm the aches.
- Pacing myself → Breaking tasks into tiny chunks or letting them wait entirely.
- Gentle stretches → Just enough to keep stiffness from taking over.
- Flare basket → A little kit with snacks, water, meds, lotion, and comfort items so I don’t have to get up too much.
- Rest without guilt → Reminding myself that my worth isn’t tied to productivity.
These don’t “fix” a flare, but they soften the edges and help me make it through until the storm passes.
Until Next time,
