BeWell Blog
Beyond Visibility: Reframing Wellness Through the Prism of Disability Pride
Disability Pride Month is in July, and visibility is vital, but I just can't stop thinking about something more. What if we're not just asking to be included in wellness conversations—what if we're actually pioneering them? After decades of navigating...
Love Languages When Life Gets Hard: Real Talk About Care & Chronic Illness
A week ago Tuesday, I sat with my friend Emily at her kitchen table. She was having one of her better days—enough energy to sit up and chat while her coffee got cold—something that always happens now, she jokes. "You...
From Strength to Vulnerability: How to Open Up About Chronic Illness as a Man
Written by: Benjamin Ruehrdanz Society tells men to be stoic, to push aside pain and not to talk about their problems. Ultimately, regardless of gender, difficulties in talking about your condition come down to a practice in vulnerability. Hiding your...
Okay, let's get real: dating someone with a chronic illness probably seems a little daunting in the beginning. You might imagine some gut-wrenching conversations, unpredictable setbacks, and even a dash of uncertainty. But here's the thing—it’s not all about those...