Dealing with an invisible illness brings it’s own set of doubters. When it can’t be seen or touched it’s passed off as nothing too important. We’ve all been there with family, friends, employers, co workers, etc. I sat in an ER one day with a pain level off the scale from a flare.  My advocate- a really close sister friend of mine who told the Dr ” I know my friend and she is in pain. Please help her”.

This is an ongoing battle, there is no sure Cure. Until they find better ways to detect our symptoms,  better conversations lead to better results. You are not crazy and it’s not in your head.You do well to steer clear of the those you can’t convince. Surround yourself with positive people who will reinforce their confidence in you. Sometimes I have to “spring clean” the nay sayers out of my life. Remember to always be a refreshing source and don’t let anyone bitter your lemonade.