Chronic migraine brought me to my knees, and I have no desire to return to that position. Some days I feel good and energetic, ready to take on the world, but my body has limits and forces me to adjust. Instead of pushing through it, I must slow down and rest, or the consequences will be severe and painful.
The slowing down is a dance, and I am still learning steps to a new way to face life because pushing through the pain, no matter what, was how I always confronted challenges in life. I’ve learned that there is no use in overexerting myself because it leaves me in bed with agonizing pain for days afterward. Conservation and the careful use of precious resources is a priority for this new phase of my life.
Have you tried the keto diet?
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No, I haven’t tried the keto diet. I have some other health issues that prohibit the focus of that diet but I am actively working towards a low sugar and less processed food based diet. It helps…
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Oh I see! Yeah, just take the sugar completely out of your diet and limit your carbs that has helped me a lot.
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migraines are something i deal with from time to time. I wouldn’t wish them on my worst enemy! I hope you are able to listen to your body and relax. I am sure you have a variety of approaches but from experience, rest is best.
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Oh this Migraines! I was advised to go slow and relax, which is very difficult. So I prayed everytime to God to give me peace of mind and relaxation.
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Oh goodness, this must be so very hard. I’ve not suffered migraines very often – they’re utterly, utterly horrible so I really feel for you. Take care and I’m sure you’ve got some sort of a diary to try to identify what brings them on, but I hope you find a way through this quickly.
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Migrains are awful. I really feel for you. I used to suffer from them for years, until I changed my diet. I didn’t realize for years that I had not had any for a while. The other day at the eye specialist after many questions it seems they are gradually coming back. I look at what I was eating and over the Christmas New Year break a lot of gluten had snuck back in. I will endeavor to remove that what causes me issues. I am not saying its the way to go. Just what has worked for me xx I wish you a migraine free life xx
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I’ve noticed diet plays a big role in how I feel overall and with the migraines. With me, there seems to be many different things that cause them – some I can change and some I just have to deal with (like the weather). Figuring out what helps and what hurts if half the battle.
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Yes it can take time…so many things that can react. food and drink…dust…the weather…xx
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I get migraines a couple of times a year, still don’t know what sets them off, I know it’s coming on and a flash of light seems to have an effect
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It took me years to figure out the warning signs that a migraine is coming. Flashing lights are big triggers for me.
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I think mine used to be more frequent when I used to suffer with hay-fever, that seems to have stopped now we have the horses
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The congestion and sneezing, whether it is related to hay-fever or the common cold, are triggers for me too. Interesting that horses seem to help your hay-fever.
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I think it’s dealing with hay and straw on a daily basis, I used to dread summer
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Thanks for being open and honest.
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Thanks for sharing and providing a good reminder. I know when I’m deprived of sleep I get migraines. Like you, it’s a reminder to slow down!
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Getting enough sleep was one of the first steps in wrangling my migraines. I had no idea how important it is. Fortunately, my children are past the waking up at night stage and I’m able to get enough sleep on a more regular basis. I’m not sure how I functioned when they were all little and waking up at different hours during the night.
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Oh my goodness. Me too! I almost lost it when my son was a baby. I made it through, but the lack of sleep almost took me over the edge. I guess it was just motherly instincts that saved me!
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It really gives me clarity, hearing you say that migraines were the straw. The pain that forces us to change our ways and heal. I wonder what force it is inside that does this, that is willing to put us through this. Such a complex thing, the human soul.
Nights of poor sleep and agitation and intense shaking is how my trauma is manifested at the moment. It is all but debilitating at times. You are helping me learn patience.
Thank you for these, please keep on and on!
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Thank you. I agree with you that we all have our breaking point where we need to start the journey out of the darkness and pain. I hope your symptoms improve soon and good sleep and rest come your way.
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My Migraines too have become an internal meter that registers when it’s all “too much” It’s a huge step to listen when the alarm has been set off, and allow the self-compassion to take over. Right there with you.
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