Mental Health

Today I attended my first group session for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a step I’ve been both nervous and hopeful about. It’s part of my journey to better understand and manage anxiety—something that’s been quietly shaping my life for years. How it started? A frank conversation with my family doctor. I told him how I was feeling, what was going on in my head and what I was feeling. We tried some medication and it just didn't work. That is when he decided to refer me

Lipedema is a condition that affects many women, yet it often goes unnoticed or misunderstood. For those living with lipedema, the physical symptoms are only part of the story. The emotional toll can be just as significant. This blog post will explore the emotional challenges I faced with lipedema and how I got to today. My Feelings My journey with lipedema began with deep frustration and confusion. I noticed changes in my body that I couldn’t explain. Despite eating fairly h

Lipedema is a chronic condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fat in the legs, thighs, and sometimes arms. While the physical symptoms—pain, swelling, and mobility challenges—are often the focus of medical attention, the mental health impact of lipedema is equally profound and frequently overlooked. The Emotional Weight of a Misunderstood Condition Many women with lipedema spend years seeking a diagnosis, often being misclassified as obese or lazy. This misdia