How to Eliminate the Aroma of CigarettesThe scent of cigarettes was seeping through the walls. It’s not only an unpleasant aroma, but it’s a big migraine trigger for...reactions24comments
Managing Migraine Anxiety: Tips to Calm the Worry of the Next Attack"I can't go anywhere without getting an attack!" I cried to my husband on an autumn day out. A migraine attack had...reactions3comments
Coping With the Looming Fear of a Migraine AttackOn a day I was afraid getting out of bed would show that the migraine attack that had been plaguing me was...reactions14comments
What’s Your Secret: How to Manage Light Sensitivity?Many migraineurs experience light sensitivity as one of the many side effects of the condition. When in the midst of an attack...reactions32comments
Playing Defense Against Chronic MigraineWith chronic migraine, we frequently feel as if we are playing defense. Indeed, we can feel as if we are spending our...reactions86comments
Missing Prodrome SignalsIn this video, Holly shares a relatable story of a time that she missed repeated prodrome signals including brain fog, forgetfulness, and...reactions135comments
What’s Your Secret: Strange Symptoms and Side EffectsMigraine can cause a wide array of odd neurological symptoms related to the condition and side effects from medications. Rarely do migraines...reactions27comments
What’s Your Secret: How Do You Handle Nausea?Nausea is a well-known symptom of migraine as well as a side effect of many migraine medications. Many anti-nausea medications cause severe...reactions82comments
Identifying Menstrually Associated MigraineIt can be hard for some people to tell whether their migraine attacks are associated with their menstrual cycle. In this video...reactions4comments
Medication Reset: Starting Over to See What’s WorkingHave you considered going off of your medications? This is a question that can arise for those of us who live with...reactions50comments
On Again Off Again: The Temporary Reprieve of Migraine TreatmentsIn this video, Holly discusses the phenomenon of introducing a new migraine treatment and experiencing a break from migraine only to have...reactions36comments
Is it Depression or Migraine?Some of my migraine attacks are accompanied by what feels like clinical depression. I cry, catastrophize, and hate my life for the...reactions14comments
3 Stretches to Release Neck and Shoulder TensionDo you ever feel like your constant neck pain may be even worse than your head pain? If so, you are not...reactions6comments
How Has Migraine Changed You?For those of us living with chronic migraine, we may notice long-term impacts of the condition over time. Emotionally, physically, socially, and...reactions14comments
Living Within the Confines of Chronic MigraineMigraine triggers lurk everywhere and in response to this fact, we learn to live within a set of parameters to lower the...reactions56comments
Proactive Planning and Pacing: Managing Chronic MigraineWhen we experience migraine, it can be easy to respond to the condition in a reactive way. The pain arises, we react...reactions29comments
With Chronic Migraine It’s About Well Moments, Not Well DaysLife with chronic migraine brings a unique set of challenges. When we are ill with complex neurological symptoms more often than not...reactions24comments
What Are Your Migraine Treatment Goals?When asked what your migraine treatment goals are, "to make them go away" or "to stop the pain" may seem like the...reactions2comments
Write About Your Migraine Experience: Prompt 1Migraine disease can be very isolating, and sometimes it's hard to describe your experience. Well, creative writing can help! In this series...reactions24comments
The Long-Term Impact of Chronic MigrainePeople who live with chronic migraine for years often experience far-reaching repercussions of the condition. From physical wear and tear to social...reactions51comments
