DNRS vs Gupta Program For Brain Retraining + Chronic Illness Recovery

The Dynamic Neural Retraining System (DNRS) and the Gupta Program are two of the main techniques for retraining the brain and healing chronic illness. Here’s my overview and comparison of both programs!

Body, MindMelani SchwederJuly 5, 2022neuroplasticity, invisible illness, self-help, visualization, brain retraining, rewiring, health, healing

On Finding Joy In The Face Of Illness

A powerful experience at the theatre turned out to be an exercise in breaking barriers and embracing joy.

Mind, Spirit, BodyMelani SchwederMay 8, 2020empowerment, disability, sensitivity, chronic fatigue, culture, invisible illness, psychology, authenticity, healing, illness, mindfulness

Is Illness A Trauma? + 7 Ways To Start Healing

We've heard the term "trauma" applied to everything from war to abuse, but what about illness? I think it's about time we had the conversation.

Body, MindMelani SchwederOctober 14, 2019self-help, trauma, illness, disability, culture, chronic illness, self-care, advocacy, invisible illness, psychology, anxiety, authenticity, compassionComment

How To Get Started With The Medical Medium Protocols

Feeling overwhelmed with all the information out there on how to heal chronic illness? Need tips on how to begin the Medical Medium lifestyle? Here are my tips!

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederDecember 27, 2018medical medium, food, health, cure, chronic illness, nutrition, natural healing, supplements, invisible illness, lyme, CFS, chronic fatigueComment

5 Ways To Deal With Doctor Disappointment

Has the current medical system put you through the ringer? Have you had a disappointing encounter with a doctor? Here's how to cope.

Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederOctober 19, 2018health, advocacy, stress, psychology, anxiety, culture, doctors, medicine, invisible illness, chronic illness, compassion, environmentComment

7 Things I've Learned In My 8 Years Of Illness

This past week marked my 8-year "sick-versary"- July 16th. Come check out some of the things I've learned.

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederJuly 20, 2017CFS, lyme, illness, invisible illness, disability, self-care, chronic illness, chronic fatigue, psychologyComment

New Year’s Resolutions For Spoonies

Tired of all the fitness challenges and restrictive diets? Here are 7 New Year's resolutions that are realistic for those living with a chronic illness!

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederJanuary 2, 2016self-care, self-love, language, energy, authenticity, chronic illness, chronic fatigue, compassion, invisible illness, illness, culture, healingComment

Surviving the Holidays With A Chronic Illness

The holidays can be especially hard on those with chronic illnesses. Here are a few tips to stay healthy without missing out on all the fun!

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederDecember 20, 2015environment, energy, relationships, stress, anxiety, culture, illness, invisible illness, socializing, self-care, CFS, advocacy, sensitivity, chronic illnessComment

Dear Friends: You're Worth The Spoons

I know it isn't easy being friends with a "spoonie", but it can be one of the most meaningful relationships of your life!

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederDecember 13, 2015invisible illness, energy, relationships, psychology, disability, authenticity, illness, culture, fatigue, chronic illness, chronic fatigue, CFS, socializing, compassionComment

It's Okay To Admit You're Not Okay

Not feeling happy and shiny and positive all the time? No need to be ashamed! Learn how to embrace and fully experience every emotion with non-judgment.