Navigating a World Full of TriggersMost people living with migraine have more than one trigger that causes an attack. Indeed, many of us have countless triggers. From lights, sounds, smells, foods, drinks, and hormones, to... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments35 comments
In the Book of Chronic Migraine, Do All Roads Lead to Attacks?For many, chronic migraine means living with constant pain of varying gradations. While navigating a world full of triggers, this can quickly exacerbate that pain into a full-blown attack. We... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
Repeat After Me: "Migraine Is Not My Fault"We are led to believe early on in our migraine journey - in imperceivable and pronounced ways, that we are to blame or at fault for migraine. Repeat after me:... By Holly Harding4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments26 comments
What I’ve Learned from 20 Years of BotoxAs one of the first people to use Botox for migraine, Holly offers her unique perspective in this video. From frequency, to efficacy, to challenges and positives, Holly gives her... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
When Big Emotions Are TriggersFor many of us who live with migraine, crying is a trigger. So is being overly excited or anxious. Even experiencing extreme joy can trigger a migraine for some. How... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
Migraine’s Worst Side Effect: Missing OutI could make a laundry list of the side effects that show the ways that migraine is a debilitating condition: But none of these things compares to the very worst... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments43 comments
Is Migraine a Part of Us or Apart From Us?How we choose to view migraine can impact how we manage the condition. In response to a recent call for prose on the topic of migraine on our site, a... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
The Exhausting “Have You Tried…?” QuestionWe’ve all heard it. That well-meaning “Have you tried…” question that comes from well-meaners in the world of non-migraineurs. These people mean no harm and wish us the best. Many... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
How Do You Excuse Yourself?It’s happened to all of us. A migraine is coming on and we’re in a situation that’s difficult to extract ourselves. How do we get out of it to start... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
What’s Your Secret: First Sign a Migraine Attack is Coming?Every migraineur has a different first sign or signal that lets them know an attack is unfolding. From neck pain to hunger pangs, emotional swings to brain fog, there are... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments51 comments
What’s Your Secret: Neck Pain SolutionAfter 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 to seek relief. In... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments43 comments
Why it's Easier to Give than Receive CompassionIn this video, Holly encourages us to think about why it's easier to give compassion and kindness to others than to receive it. We often extend warmth and understanding to... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
Fighting the Hard Edges of Migraine with SoftnessMigraine causes us to feel such discomfort. Simple tasks seem challenging – surfaces feel like jagged edges, materials feel rough, lighting is harsh, and smells are more pronounced. While we... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments40 comments
Missing Prodrome SignalsIn this video, Holly shares a relatable story of a time that she missed repeated prodrome signals including brain fog, forgetfulness, and irritability. How is it, no matter how experienced... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments134 comments
Is There an Acceptable Level of Pain?For those of us who live with chronic migraine, the question is not whether or not we have a migraine, but rather to what extent the pain and symptoms are... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Is it Possible to Be an Easygoing Migraineur?In this video, Holly, a Migraine.com contributor, interviews community member, Annie, about whether or not people with migraines can be easygoing. Given all the challenges that come with the complex... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
First-Hand Account of Alice In Wonderland Syndrome (AIWS)In this video, community member Annie Reynolds shares a first-hand account of her experience with Alice In Wonderland Syndrome (AIWS). Although it is generally assumed to be rare, studies show... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5-Minute Wide-Ranging Chat Between Two Chronic MigraineursIn this video, our contributor, Holly, shares a wide-ranging discussion with one of our active community members, Annie Reynolds. They talk about migraine frequency, treatment protocols, navigating nausea and brain... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
How Do You Prevent An Attack?Do you take measures to try to prevent a migraine on days that you know will be more demanding than usual? We know that migraine thrives on change, and often... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
The Demanding Cycle of Trying New TreatmentsThere is a demanding multi-stage cycle involved in trying new treatments. It is a complex, time-consuming, and depleting process. I've found that there are 7 stages involved in this cycle:... By Holly Harding5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments