Michigan Head Pain and Neurological Institute / Chelsea Inpatient Program...My employer, thankfully, seems to be willing to work with me to overcome this potential issue!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments60 replies
Migraines effect every aspect of my life... How do I find a balance...I'm still a part-time student (online there is no way I could make it to class consistently) and I was lucky enough to find an employer that let's me...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 replies
The Too Long Episodes...fascinated by brain things and has stopped trying to get me to try different things (oh, those well meaning people, they just can really get to you), and an By woobsie6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Weeks-Long Migraine Aura With Ocular/Numbness Attacks...I've been out of work for two weeks and on short term disability which my employer thankfully offers. The situation is untenable....Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesDiagnosisAuraMental Health
Migraine at Work: How HR Professionals See Migraine...And health insurance is wonderful for employees who qualify for work-sponsored insurance.... By Kerrie Smyres3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments31 comments
3 cheers for my bookshop team of supporters...It’s hard to admit that I need to just stand by while a 20-something employee can toss boxes of books into the back of my car with ease.... By The Migraine Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Securing and Maintaining Social Security and Private Disability Insurance...I was employed at the time with a company that offered short and long-term disability options through their insurance company.... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments38 comments
Feeling Crazy...Most employers will not tolerate an employee missing one day a month for a migraine.... By katiemarie1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
What’s Your Secret: Neck Pain Solution...several decades of navigating severe neck pain as one of her primary and most troublesome migraine symptoms, Holly shares the various solutions she has employed... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments43 comments
Workplace Woes and 'The Talk'...I feel as though I am always walking a fine line of employed and not-so-employed when it comes to balancing my work life and my migraines. ... By Kyky Knight2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments23 comments
Fighting the Hard Edges of Migraine with Softness...What kinds of strategies do you employ to soften your environment and give comfort when battling the harsh realities of migraine?... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments40 comments
Using a smart phone during an attack...Within 60 seconds, I had all of my messages to my employees sent off through the air and I could close my eyes again.... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Is it Possible to Be an Easygoing Migraineur?...What are some strategies you employ to find peace in your day? Please share your ideas in the comment section below so we can learn from you.... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why it's Easier to Give than Receive Compassion...Are there any strategies you employ to help you become more kind and compassionate toward yourself while navigating migraine?... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
An Open Letter to My Doctors...And so, here are some thoughts to share with our doctors as well as our friends, family, teachers, and employers.... By Shoshana Lipson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments37 comments
Understanding the Cynic...Employers Please remember that the bad attitude isn’t insubordination.... By tammy-lrome2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Learning from Me, Take Care of You...Never mind people in the general population like co-workers, employers, and just lay people.... By auemerald4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What’s the Link? Socioeconomic Status and Chronic Migraine...That is, they had statistically significant lower levels of household income, they were less likely to be employed full time and they were more likely... By Prof. Joanna Kempner1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
“Migraine Brain” Part IV – Getting the job done...Obviously, we will not be able to perform at the same level expected from an employed person.... By tammy-lrome3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Laboring Through Migraine...Medication or other therapeutic approaches may be employed. Some use meditation, deep breathing exercises, music, or podcasts.... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments28 comments