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, I share my story and give a suggestion... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Waiting Room Mindfulness PracticesInstead of automatically reaching for your phone when you're in the waiting room at your next doctor's appointment, take advantage of the wait to practice mindfulness. These mindful moments can... By Adriane Dellorco1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
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 long list when migraine can make life so... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Trauma of MigraineCould the lingering fear I feel about my health be a result of the havoc migraine has wrought on my life? In this video, I explore the idea of migraine... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
How to Use Peppermint Essential OilEssential oils have been part of my migraine management toolkit for years. I haven’t found essential oils to be effective in getting me out of a debilitating migraine. However, I... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
A Better Pro-Con ListHaving migraine requires making a lot of decisions. This upgraded pro-con list helps me make those decisions easier and with less stress... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What's Your Favorite Migraine Song?In the following video, Holly asks our community to share your favorite songs that have migraine-related themes. Do you have a song that helps get you through your attacks or... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments25 comments
Profiles in Courage: Annie Seeks Joy and Meaning Within PainA head injury at the age of 9 started Annie’s journey with chronic migraine. She also has fibromyalgia. After 11 car accidents over her lifetime and nearly a dozen surgeries... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
The Darkness of Migraine Shines a Light on JoyAs I shared in a recent video, I adore Seattle and feel most like myself there. Yet I'm not able to live there because the weather is a migraine trigger... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Love and Loss Thanks to MigraineSeattle is where my heart is, but I can't live there because the weather is a migraine trigger. Twelve years after I moved away, I'm still grieving the loss. It's... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Mixed Feelings About Pandemic EndingIn this video, Holly shares her trepidation about returning to normal now that pandemic-related restrictions are lifting. For her, there have been some parts of quarantine that have proved beneficial... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
Managing Migraine with Hormonal Birth ControlWhen my headache specialist recommended I try using the NuvaRing continuously for migraine management, I was skeptical. While it hasn't reduced the frequency of my attacks, it has taken the... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Disappointment of Normal Test ResultsLooking for a diagnosis is a natural step when you're trying to resolve (or at least manage) symptoms that affect your quality of life, especially if one of those symptoms... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's Your Secret Solution for Heat TriggersWith summer upon us, we are reminded that heat is a trigger for many a migraineur. This video is a call for solutions to assist with this troublesome and sometimes... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
A Peek Inside MigraineJune is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, and most people are aware that migraine often involves some sort of head pain, but the larger spectrum of symptoms isn’t as widely... By Lisa Robin Benson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Building a Stronger Support System Through HonestyWhen you have an illness as unpredictable and stigmatized as migraine, hiding it from others feels almost instinctual. In this video, I tell a story of a friend who hid... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
NuvaRing for Migraine Management in PerimenopauseI was surprised to discover that the NuvaRing, which I use continuously for migraine management, is the same treatment a women's health specialist would recommend for managing migraine in perimenopause... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
How to Release Facial TensionI’ve been told that I frown in my sleep. So needless to say, I carry a lot of tension in my face, head, and neck. I started doing a self-massage... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
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 me. I was getting migraines every day, and... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments24 comments
Fixing an Emgality Injection Screw-UpIn this video, I talk about a comedy of errors that led me to be late taking my migraine prevention medicine, Emgality. It's a once-a-month injection, and I did not... By Lisa Robin Benson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments