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...reactions45comments
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...reactions14comments
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...reactions16comments
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...reactions15comments
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...reactions62comments
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...reactions43comments
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...reactions18comments
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...reactions40comments
Missing Prodrome SignalsIn this video, Holly shares a relatable story of a time that she missed repeated prodrome signals including brain fog, forgetfulness, and...reactions134comments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactions14comments
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...reactions20comments
A Call for Ubrelvy & Nurtec Side Effects and ExperiencesThe monthly injectable CGRP options that are designed to prevent migraine (Aimovig, Ajovy, and Emgality) have been on the scene for a...reactions55comments
Migraineurs: The Best Fakers in the WorldPeople with migraines are constantly accused of faking pain and attacks to get attention and/or get out of responsibilities and required events...reactions51comments
Holidays and Giving ThanksAs we celebrate the holidays and consider that for which we are thankful, it can be a challenge to drum up a...reactions1comment
Shifting the Narrative: Reframing Limitations as CapabilitiesRecently, a couple of my family members invited me to go on an international trip. I didn't want to miss out on...reactions15comments
In the Face of Change: Quieting Migraine with RoutineI’ve been through a series of extreme life transitions in this past year - divorce, house sale, empty nest, and an impending...reactions7comments