is anyone able to be peaceful.
Peace in some ways. Overall contentment? No way! Not with this pain!
I really feel like I am able to say I have peace and contentment. My faith in Jesus Christ is what has helped me. On the bad days, and I have many, I may moan and groan like everyone else but all in all, I just have to trust in God. I didn't become like this overnight. I pictured myself on disability living alone with 2 cats, but this is where I am for now.
Yes I find that trying to be in the moment listening to my breaths and staying calm helps me. Mind you I have got my pain under control with meds at this moment in time. My partner is great at letting me rest when I need to as he knows that when I can I do a lot, we tend to work well together.We give and take plus I am used to my symptom's now. I has not always been like this. We have been through rough times when I was first diagnosed and split up for 5 weeks as I would not take his lack of understanding He came back a new man after doing his own research and his sister being diagnosed with fibro and CFS she lives in Spain and has always been good at getting her needs met. I was a bit more gentler than her until I Came to the end of my tether So now I have a balance at home and that really helps I do get really bad days but I am able to stay in bed if I wish and have loads of hobbies to take my mind off of feeling to sorry for my self When I give gifts that I have made it cheers me and the recipient up no end So yes Peace is possible I feel through understanding. changing how you live, and Mindfulness' Meditation blessing to you all . My pain is under control with slow release Tramadol 24hrs a day topped up wit tramadol and a antidepressant plus sleeping tabs when needed
Hi Bill - It's been a long, long time that I have truly felt at peace. Obviously this comes from my problems with my Fibro. I'm just constantly stressful and with no sleep night after night, I seem to be in a state of agitation, tears and frustration. I can share one thing with you though. Most of my family understand what is going on with. No matter I much I hurt, if I am out to dinner with my family or some event, I DO feel a sense of peace being surrounded by them. My son, especially, has a lot of patience with me. He has always been a laid-back type of guy. He just lets things roll of his back. I am emotional and hyper to a degree. Things effect me more than my son. How I wish I could be like him!! He is definitely the spit and image of my father. If I am at a family event or a Holiday party, I can get tired out pretty easily, especially if I am hurting. If I mention this to Jason, he will gladly take me home so I can rest. He's just so good to me and I appreciate it so much. Bill, your discussion segment about peace, is a really good question. I am anxious to see what others have to say about it. Gentle hug, Laurei
Wow Laurie I think its great that you have a kind understanding son It really helps to be understood I often go and sit in a quite room at family gathering but every one understands this they may think batty Aunt she is meditating old hippie but they do give me space lol Life is hard with fibro but to have inner peace and understanding is cool
My peace comes from God and my faith in Jesus Christ. As long as I stay focused on His love for me, I never feel alone and peace comes over me even on my really bad days. My strength comes from Him.
Hi Bill, I think having peace in the midst of pain, fatique, depression, anxiety and frustration can be very difficult !
I have always been able to go to a place of peace either through prayer, church, or family encouragement, but as fibro has become a strong force in my life, you begin to feel isolated, church is hard to get to, family does not understand, so that leaves prayer… For me anyway !
So here’s to everyone finding peace !! :-).
Hugs& blessings
dee
I find it through faith in God that I will make it through this too. Through the practice (and I do mean practice- LOL) of yoga which I started about a month ago. And, hand in hand with that, meditation.
Most definitely I am able to be peaceful. Not in myself...but "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Years ago I surrendered my life to God through faith in Jesus Christ. I face nothing today that has not been faced by Jesus in his humanness - pain, rejection, misunderstanding, and tears.
Yes, I cry, hurt, question, wish things were differently; however, there is a deep abiding faith that know God works all things together for our good, to those who are His. So I do not understand the reason for my illness, I know I am not in it alone. God is my constant companion, my strength, my comfort, my physician, my friend, And He promises never to leave me or forsake me. I feel very close to Him and I can accept my illness knowing His ways are beyond my understanding. This bring peace into my life and I am able to be peaceful.
I saw a beautiful picture ... of a mother bird on a nest in a tree...a terrible storm was raging but she was peaceful in the midst of the storm. The picture was labeled, "Perfect Peace." That mother bird was caring for her babies and there was no fear. So I rest in peace because I know God is watching over me and taking care of me...even in the midst of the storm of fibromyalgia.
Amen.....beautifully said!
I have to rely on what Jesus said in His word: "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid" John 14:27.
So when I am in His word and following the word, then I am at peace.
Such a good question, Bill. A tough one for sure. I too find comfort in our Lord and trust that he will only allow me to be in as much pain as I can endure. Some days I wonder how much more I can take, but I never ask why. It’s then that I pray that I’ll be led to the best medical help in the near future. Is this peace? Probably not to many, but its the best I can do. I find that even the littlest of stress will start the pain a rolling so I will vent or deep breath and leave it behind me, as it sure doesn’t help me be peaceful. Knowing I have lived another painful day to see my children and grandchildren is all that matters and am glad it is me who must live like this - would NEVER want any of them to go through this. Is this peaceful? I would have to say yes. But I’ll be the first to tell you that it has taken me a long time getting to this point. It took me years to accept FMS until my body and mind had enough. I went through all the stages of grief and have just recently accepted it. (Not sure this makes sense - having trouble with words today)
I don't remember the last time I can truly say I was peaceful. I have tried so many different ways to overcome my stress and anxiety issues to no avail. My next attempt will be Tai Chi. I've heard it's supposed to be a very calming and peaceful form of exercise. It's got to be worth a try!
thanx im new due to a massage and accupuncture that triggered it. im trying with no support.i was very atheletic until now.your support is appreciated.
good luck you deserve it. im tying to stay calm not easy with ocd.i guess time heals almost.
Hi Bill - So happy to have you here! You will get wonderful support, advice and understanding on this website. About a week ago, a member had said that she was thinking of getting a massage for her FIbro. I told her NOT to! My own doctor and nurse says it can really trigger a flare-up. Long before I was being seen by a doctor for my Fibro, I went and got a massage one day and let me tell you, I was so sore for so many days! I have had Fibromalgia for 30 years now. We need to bring FIbromyalgia up to the front and get the Medical field to acknowledge this disease. Very little is being done about it, Bill. However, some wonderful books are being written about it and this just might be the beginning of getting some help for us.If you have any questions and simply want to sound off, this is what the website is about. I used to feel isolated because there weren't really anyone to talk to about it. My hope is that in OUR time, that something is developed to help us tremondously and/or it's eradicated. Gentle Hugs, Laurie
Laurie,
Yes i had major pain and flareups in face from massage. it was wicked as you know.im amazed how dr cant help. its makes me sicker when they say go here to this dr like a ping pong ball.
luv Bill
Hi Bill - I understand about going from doctor to doctor and it's awfully depressing at times, because I don't really get any answers, or if I Do get answers, it's the same one my last doctor told me! Gets kind of confusing! So, you have OCD? I understand where you are coming from. I used to have OCD, but thankfully I was able to overcome it and have been fine for many years. Hope you get help for it? Are you in therapy right now? Laurie
you have to help yourself unfortunately. ocd is wicked . im only on kolonopin. im sensitive to meds. i am suffering but have to deal. how many people have tingles in face.
not sure what dr to use next infectiuos disease maybe
peace and care