I'm Scared to Talk About This
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- Опубліковано 6 лип 2024
- I haven’t really talked about this before, but it’s time I shared a bit of truth!
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:27 Personal Story
02:35 Maintenance Mode
07:38 Health Decline
13:35 You’re Not Alone - Навчання та стиль
As someone who has had multiple chronic illnesses for many years, I truly understand your situation. I am so proud of you that you have realized that you need to have priorities and not be ashamed of it. You have done such a wonderful job with your business and I truly admire what you've done. Thank you for sharing this and may you always be as well as possible.
I needed to hear this. Dealing with chronic pain too, laying down with my heating pad right now. I feel so guilty when im not getting things done. Appreciated your words of grace.
I was having stomach pain regularly and found out (through trial and error) that the stomach pain was a reaction to corn, particularly corn syrup. All that to say, I will pray that you are able to come up with a solution faster than I did 🙏 thanks for your openness throughout your journey, it is truly encouraging.
I am a Professional Organizer with lupus. I was diagnosed with this since I was 12 years old. With lupus comes pain, vertigo, nausea, hair loss, joint and bone pain and more. I have good and bad days. It’s important to set boundaries. Your health must come first & on bad days- I would tell yourself.. do the basics to get through the day. Remember that it’s ok to ask for help and it’s ok to say no. You can be an organization professional and not have an organized home. You can say no to anything that you just don’t have the energy for.
Thanks for this video Laura. I have chronic migraine and have seasons when I have to sit out or back out of activities. There are periods of time when all l do is go to work and then come home to sleep until it's time to go to work again. Thankfully, my husband and teenager can feed themselves! But my house takes a back, back seat, which does cause me guilt. Thank you for talking about your struggle - and making me feel a little less guilty. I'm praying for you.
Laura, I couldn't love you more! I admire your candor and honesty. I'm truly sorry that you are experiencing chronic pain, but I am so grateful that you are willing to share this with others because those who struggle with Chronic Pain often feel as though they can not be successful in "life" or "daily life" because of their situation. You are an inspiration. I am praying for you and improved health for you. Blessings to you.
Thank you so much for your authenticity and openness. I am currently dealing with some health issues and struggling with feelings of overwhelm and sadness - so this was a message that I needed to hear!!!! ❤❤❤
Give yourself grace is something I have learned after having a fall that changed my life
Thank you for sharing your struggles. I loved hearing you speak from your heart. Thank you for reminding us that what we see on social media is usually just a smart part of someone’s life and it’s not perfect for anyone and that we need to do what’s best for us at any given moment. I hope you are able to enjoy more healthy days ahead!! Take care!!
Thank you Laura for sharing this with us. Stomach pain is excruciating. Take care of yourself! I needed to hear this, it is hard not to feel guilty about the things I am not able to do because the pain takes me out for hours sometimes, then exhausted afterwards. Thank you for the reminder that we are not alone.
Stress causes a lot of our problems
I don’t have a chronic illness but am coming out of 18 months of cancer treatments so I can relate to having wonderful and horrible days. Bless you for sharing your story and giving us all your inspiration. ♥️🦋
Thank you for sharing! Keep faith in Jesus; He has a plan!
I deal with chronic pain and fatigue. I can definitely work through pain that would leave a person without chronic pain curled up in a ball crying, but the fatigue is another story. If I push through that, it gets worse to the point of becoming bed bound. So it's a careful balancing act of what can I do without triggering a massive flare. I know Natalie Bennett here on YT (a simple living channel) has talked about her struggle with abdominal migraine, which is much more like the pain you seem to have. I certainly hope you find your diagnosis (and that it results in a good treatment), and in the meantime figure out what triggers the bad days so you can limit them.
Laura, I hope you know that even if you didn't make one more video, you have already helped so many people. You have accomplished more in your life already than most other people ever will. Please don't put pressure on yourself or feel you need to compare yourself to anyone or live up to any perceived expectation. Remember that just like we only get a small glimpse into your life and what you want to show us, ALL of those other people you are watching are doing the same. Who knows what their real life is like? You are awesome! I'm so sorry you deal with chronic pain. I know we will all be thinking of you and the praying types will all be praying for you as well. You've got a lot of good karma and power from that backing you up. You are adored.
Laura, I am sending virtual hugs. My husband is dealing with a chronic illness and it has absolutely destroyed his mental health because he cannot do the things he used to. We are actively in search of ways to ease his symptoms, and he has had a little improvement - but it sucks! He can't come home from work and do the chores he used to. He can't participate in the sports that he used to. It is so hard to watch him struggle. We love you, and completely understand your priorities!
Thanks for sharing, Laura! I will keep you in prayer, that sounds so difficult! Be encouraged though! I was diagnosed with a gut-related autoimmune disease and with the help of a naturopath and plenty of research on my own I am now totally better and enjoy no symptoms (my modified diet is easy to maintain too). I trust the Lord will lead you there in time. Be patient with yourself and the journey.
Thank you for being so vulnerable and helping us to better understand how to be more supportive and kinder to ourselves. Sending prayers for healing.
I’m also an enneagram 5! Wishing you the best!
Thank you so much for being real. I really needed to hear this today. I felt like I had to prioritize other things than my home this week and felt bad about it. And I can realate to not being able to fully plan my life and doing rhings with my kids. I hope you will have more good days, than bad days! God bless
Thank you for sharing your story ❤
Thank you for sharing Laura. I have an autoimmune condition. I understand prioritizing your energy. People are most important. Spending time with our family is the most important. You share yourself with us too. I appreciate you and your contributions to all of our lives.
I’ve been in that crying phase too. We don’t take good days for granted. I’m with you. Prayers for you and yours. ❤
Thank you for sharing this! ❤
Hi Laura, thanks for sharing that. It was really liberating. for me. I sometimes try to be perfect and it is very difficult! I hope you are better and saving some time to just be yourself, cry, smile, be your best friend. You deserve it. Rest. Be in peace. Meditate. You will get better. Love, from Porto Alegre/ Brasil.
Thank you for your frankness.
It takes a lot of courage to share personal stories like this, so I thank (and congratulate) you. Being a sufferer of a chronic condition myself (plantar fasciitis), I’ve come to truly count my blessings and treasure the days that I feel little to no pain. And not to mention the emotional pain of having to live life around the good days and bad days. Life is hard enough, am I right? You just keep being the beautiful soul that you are, Laura. You can, and you will, persevere. And we will all be here cheering you on, as well as each other.
I am one of the many of your friends with chronic illnesses. Thank you for sharing. Know that you have a lot of support.
Thank you for sharing part of your story.
Thanks for the in depth update. I have chronic migraines that manifest intestinally so I can really feel you on this one. Totally understand the have to just keep going because the world doesn’t stop because I’m in pain. Ironically I think part of why I enjoy true crime so much is because it always reminds me on my bad days that I’m actually having a comparatively good day. It’s just a question of who the comparison group is. Really appreciate your work as you help me get my adhd life into some kind of order because I have no memory to speak of and it takes a while to get the systems set up. 🤣
Laura, I am so sorry to hear about your struggles with pain. As someone who also deals with chronic pain (joint and nerve), I understand the frustration. It is bad enough we have to deal with pain and its often random nature, but also the frustration that is caused by not being able to do all the things we need/want to do when we need/want to do them, the extra noise in our brains because of the pain, the extra energy that everything takes...it definitely can take its toll.
Thank you Laura for your honesty. It helps us to see we're not so different. I have many struggles from my health, to raising two wonderful grandchildren that are both special needs, trying to make our house not look like a thrift store turned upside down and taking time to mourn the death of our daughter. What happened was: I was going along trying to keep the plates from hitting the floor as I juggled them peddling my unicycle and life changed. I was thrown a mask, I mean a blindfold and then some of the plates started feeling different. I can't say they looked different because my hands were to busy to pull my blindfold down to see them. The weight was heavier and they weren't as smooth as before , but I've started to adjust maybe or maybe not. Again thank you for showing us your life isn't that perfect shelf. ps a lot about me on UA-cam or goggle is not me its my granddaughter using my stuff it's easier that way.
Thank you for being real. Someone once said that social media needs to be viewed an an advertisement. People only post the part of them that they want others to see. I hope that you can find some relief from your pain.
I've had a chronic health problem (skin, joints and pain) for nearly 30 years and have had to learn to work around reduced energy levels. I now plan for the worst and hope for the best so my plan should work even on my worst days and on good days I can really push ahead and regard it as a bonus. The house is usually the thing that takes the back seat - I think it was Quentin Crisp who said "After 4 years, the dust doesn't get any thicker!!"
Excellent advice! I'm letting my house slide a little this summer because I am enjoying my grandkids before they go back to school.
Thank you for sharing! I’m right there with you. Can’t make plans unless they can be canceled at the last minute. And I miss being able to do those things. I usually wake up and for me it’s a day of lots of sleep or just trying to get stuff done.
I hope you can get better soon. I understand your plight cause I have health problems to which keep me from organizing or cleaning. Last few days through I've done little by little chipping away at my paper mess. I can see my coffee table and dining room table! So excited since your seminars!
hey sweetheart I see you! I’m so sorry you are dealing with this. I’m proud of your coming on to discuss somethin that’s actually very personal. Because I think it will help many folks. Thank you for your transparency and I will pray for your pain to be much much lessened and for the Lord to graciously heal you and lessen your burdens. I love your programs and am grateful for you!
Laura, thank you so much for addressing this. I have several chronic conditions, including migraines and fatigue (meaning that if I overdo even by a little, as I did yesterday, I crash). Today I had to spend most of the day in bed, and it's going to take several more days before I get back to the 50% charged battery state that's normal for me. I have learned to "count my spoons" carefully ( en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoon_theory ), and I've been using your bucket system as a good way to prioritize and to stay within my limits. I've also found it helpful to see if there are ways to modify a task to make it easier to do. And as you said, being aware of things that you can be grateful for is really important - especially for those of us going through difficult times.
Thank you for sharing and being honest! We need more of this honesty with ourselves and each other. We also need to be more kind to each other. We never know what others are struggling with day-to-day. Sending you a virtual hug.❤
Thank you darling. I struggle with my mental health, which is similar to a chronic illness in the sense that it never goes away. Although I do have good seasons & just like you said, I'm super grateful for those sweet seasons. I've also experienced a crazy stomach issue, where all the million of tests said I was fine, but I definitely was not. Thank God, that only lasted 2 months. But it gave me more compassion towards my friends (like you!) who live with pain. Last night I went to bed mentally exhausted & felt like giving up. I assumed that today I would just hide in bed all day. I prayed & journaled & woke up feeling more positive, thank God. Then I watched this video, and sister-friend, it is just what I needed to hear!!! Accepting that I'm not okay rn, & accepting that I can't do all the good things helps me not beat myself up. I have more grace towards myself & then take better care of myself. Truly Laura, thanks for being vulnerable & sharing this. I pray that your chronic illness HEALS, and until then, that you find peace & joy through the trial. 🤍🤍🤍
Much love to you! I relate with chronic high-impact pain and all that goes/comes with it. Your videos always are informative, encouraging, and honest. Thank you! I pray God blesses you greatly and guides you in and through this.
🙏🏻🙏🏻 for you on your “bad” days. It’s a matter of respecting that and honoring yourself during the those rough days. Allowing it to be ok whatever it is. Thank you for sharing. 😊Love your videos and emails.
I feel worried about you. I’d want to get some more diagnostic testing done. I can’t imagine that you’re expected to live in terrible pain. Im so sorry. I appreciate your organization videos and for you’re willingness to share your story. ❤️
Thank you for this & for being so honest.
I’m really sorry that you’re going through this. I hope things improve for you. x
I suffer from Gastroparesis, which has got a lot worse lately. Sometimes I see quotes about being strong etc & it makes me feel guilty about getting in touch with my Dr, which I know I need to do soon.
I know what you mean about social media. I especially get discouraged when they cook everything from scratch, especially bread.
There’s nothing wrong with ready-made food, especially shop bought bread.
Thinking of you. x
Thank you for sharing. We all go through something sometimes and it’s nice to know we are not alone. Hope you are feeling well. A good cry is needed every once in awhile
Thank you for your honesty 💛
Thank you for sharing
It’s so helpful for so many 😊
Thanks for sharing, Laura. I am so sorry to hear about how you are currently suffering and pray that this season will soon be over and that you will have the strength and patience to endure it.
You mentioned that you have had to let your house go as a top priority, and as a grandma, I want to tell you that you have chosen well! Keep pouring you time and care into your kids; you will never regret it. Had you thought of hiring someone to help care for your house during this time? It is something that someone else could do for you so that you can put your energy into the things that others cannot do for you, like love your family and run your business. Plus it will be an income tax write off. 🤗
Hi Laura. I’m new here but I have been wanting to watch. I’m sorry you’re suffering with a chronic illness. Thank you for sharing something so personal. I can relate and I want to encourage you to be true to yourself. Please take care of your health. God bless you and your family. ❤
Thank you Laura for being so transparent. You are inspiring. Great talk. I too have those days and it is good to know I'm not alone.
Laura, i have health issues too and i understand how hard it is. Thank you for making this wonderful video! You are helping so many people! Praying for you ❤🙏
Thank you for sharing Laura!
I hope you find a solution to your chronic pain. I'll be praying for you too.
Laura, thank you so much for being brave and putting yourself out there on this video in hopes of encouraging others. Good for you!! I, too, have a chronic illness that I live with---some times are good, and other times are really difficult. I'm a bit older than you: my kids are grown up now and (mostly) out of the house. In the last few years I have apologized to them more than once about not having been able to do this or that while they were growing up. Mommy guilt. And you know what their response is? "Don't worry about it, Mom. We know you did the best you could, and it was fine. It was enough. You were there for us, you spent time with us, and you loved us---and that's what's most important." They tell me about so many of their friends didn't have those things growing up: they may have had perfectly healthy parents, and/or all sorts of material things. But my kids look at that and realize that they had it way better than their friends. So, Laura---and anyone else reading this---I want to tell you that it will be ok. It will. It won't be perfect, it may not be exactly the way you wanted it to be, but 20, 30 years from now you will look back and you will be able to see that, yes, it really was ok. If you do nothing at all but daily make sure that your hubby and your kids know that you love them, then it's a good day. That's what will keep your marriage healthy, and that's what your kids will remember years from now. Counting your blessings in HUGE, as you already know. Teach your kids that, too. Teach them to count their blessings, be thankful for what you have, and also teach them to see the beauty that God puts all around us each day: the sunshine, that tree over there, the clouds today---if you can teach them those things, then you will have given them some of the best tools they could ever have for dealing with life---and that carries into their adulthood, too. When you find yourself comparing yourself to other moms, stop it! Just stop it. Keep God in your family's life, and humor! OHmygoodness, yes, keep humor up front as much as possible. Sometimes, admittedly, it's rather dark humor, but still---that phrase, 'may as well laugh as cry" is so helpful. I think you are doing great, and I sooo appreciate your honesty, your courage, your desire to encourage the people you encounter, and your willingness to share that your whole life is not one perfect picture that gets posted online. No one's is. This helps everyone who watches your videos or reads your blog to know that they don't have to be perfect in order to be good enough. No one is perfect, no matter what pictures they show. Kudos to you, sweet friend! You are a gift.
I'm so sorry you know firsthand the challenges of chronic illness and pain. Thank you for the honest discussion on how difficult it can be to stay on top of things (even the things you love) and for reminding us all to be gentle and gracious with ourselves and others.
I battle with several different chronic illnesses and pain so I relate to the good days/ bad days, pushing through, not having people understand when you 'look fine', etc. Sending my best wishes and hugs that your good and energetic days will far outweigh the not-so-good!!!
Hopefully you have a diagnosis at this point but in case it's helpful....I learned in my own journey with severe abdominal pain (that was misdiagnosed a few times) that I had major pelvic floor dysfunction. I relate to the walking and activity making it worse. If you've never had a consult and evaluation with a Pelvic Floor Physical therapist I highly recommend. I have other conditions too but the hypertonic pelvic floor really makes the other conditions harder to manage.
Excellent Laura!! And I love your newsletter honey especially the three things I'm loving category and how your staff chimes in as well excellent excellent excellent❤❤❤❤ thanks for the wonderful video❤ ps I just spent 3 hours watching videos on how to deal with chronic illness pain and isn't this divine intervention that you would show up❤ oh my goodness I have to watch the whole video before I comment I'm so guilty but I'm an Enneagram 6 so I have a 5 Wing honey😊
This is random but I really like the look of the side angle shots. It makes your video more personal or something somehow. :)
Hi Laura, I have really enjoyed your content over the years. I’m so sorry you are suffering. I guess I’m a little confused tho. Abdominal pain is not a chronic illness, it is a symptom. I hope that you are receiving medical care and have a treatment plan in place to get to the bottom of it. You have the ability to take charge of your health. I pray that you are guided to find a way to improve. Our amazing bodies want to be well, but we have to do our best to help things along. Please don’t settle for where you are right now. You can find health again! Blessings to you and your family.
Sounds like you have gallstones. I’d go to the doctor and get some tests done. Once you get your gallbladder out you’ll feel so much better. Let us know how you go. S
Laura you state you have a chronic illness but yet make no mention of its name. By sharing with others this may allow you and others to find a path of treatment you may not have experienced before and reduce the days of feeling awful like you shared. Please reconsider, if you choose to mention this again. We are all here to help in this community!
I don’t want her to name her disease,it’s private and non of our business. Stomach issues can be very serious and disabling.
Laura, thank you for your honesty and kindness. Many of us are going through so much, you are a breath of fresh air. 14:00
Laura, thank you for your honesty and transparency! You don’t have to name what’s going on. You gave us enough information to be able to lift you up in prayer and ask for healing to come to you.
I recently had Sciatica and it just come on me out of nowhere. It lasted for 4 weeks. (Of course, this is nothing compared to what you are going through). I had to put my decluttering and organizing on hold because I was in so much pain.
I’m over it now and ready to get started again.
You are an inspiration to many!! ❤❤
I wasn't going to say anything, but, as someone who suffers from chronic pain, your comment really bothers me. You write that "we are all here to help..." but offer no help, no comfort, no prayers, no suggestions, just a request for her to divulge the name of her condition. Why? Why do YOU need the name of her illness? It isn't necessary for prayer and words of comfort, and those who also suffer from chronic stomach illnesses can still offer her suggestions based on what has worked for them without specifically knowing her condition.
Has your doctor tested you for “abdominal migraine”……it sounds strange, but it’s a real thing…..best of luck with your health…..
The strength you exhibit each and every day is a testimony of the power you have over remaining on this Earth. I’m so proud of you for sharing your thoughts and feelings. 🫶🙏🏿💕❤️
You show so much strength. I hope you are seeing a doctor for this and getting some medication to help you.