Caring for Yourself Through SAD & Chronic Pain: Finding Light in the Darker Months
Experiencing more pain, fatigue, or low mood as the days get darker? Many people with chronic pain notice their symptoms intensify during the winter months due to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
At Radiant Psychotherapy & Wellness, we understand how seasonal changes can impact both your emotional and physical well-being. In this blog, we explore why SAD and chronic pain often overlap, how anxiety can heighten your body’s stress response, and practical, compassion-based coping tools to support your nervous system during this time of year.
If you’re looking for gentle strategies to manage mood shifts, reduce overwhelm, and care for yourself through the winter season, this article offers guidance and support grounded in a trauma-informed, holistic approach.
The Art of Pacing: Finding Balance with Chronic Illness
Living with chronic illness often means walking a fine line between doing too much and not enough. Pacing is a compassionate, practical strategy that helps individuals manage energy, reduce symptom flare-ups, and avoid burnout. In this post, we explore how to recognize personal limits, plan around fluctuating energy levels, and build a life rooted in balance, not exhaustion. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or simply tired of the neverending energy level fluctuations, learning the art of pacing can be a game-changer for your well-being.
How Therapy Can Help Transform Your Life with Chronic Illness
This blog post explores the transformative role therapy plays in managing chronic illness, focusing on the emotional, mental, and relational aspects of living with a long-term condition. It highlights how therapy provides a safe space for processing grief, anxiety, and isolation, while also offering tools for building resilience and coping with pain. By emphasizing the mind-body connection, personalized care, and the importance of a compassionate therapeutic relationship, this blog shows how therapy can empower individuals to live more fulfilling lives despite the challenges of chronic illness.