For the first 18 years of my life, I rarely thought about my weight. I was active, enjoyed…
Articles by Brittany Foster
Sitting in a hospital room for the past few days has given me a lot of time to…
I can’t recall a time in my life when I didn’t have scars to show. Growing up with…
Last Sunday, I thudded up the stairs to my apartment, making as much noise as possible, unlocked the…
I don’t have control over a lot when it comes to my health. I can’t choose the surgeries I will…
Living with chronic illness has made me more aware of the complexity of emotions that go along…
Clinician notes from my recent doctor’s visits have included comments such as “patient was tearful,” and “patient was…
Chronic illness often leaves me feeling frustrated with my physical and mental health. When I am feeling overwhelmed…
It is difficult to admit defeat. It is even more of a challenge to acknowledge something as a…
Life with chronic illness is not easy. My days are unpredictable, and I often feel unsure and uneasy…
In the last few months, I have spent more time in the hospital than at home. When I…
A month ago, I wasn’t sure when I would be writing again. I wrote my last…