#SEBestLife

I’ve been running on zero battery life for what seems like forever now. I’m tired. Not the kind of tired that goes away with sleep. But the kind of tired that comes when you’ve been tirelessly laboring over 200 plus boxes, 40,000 emails, shipping errors, hundreds of daily Instagram and Facebook messages, vendor disputes, hospital stays, chemotherapy, lack of medicine because of lack of money, being homeless, Graduate School assignments, Crohn’s Disease or Lupus flares every month for the past 10 months. In my heart I want to be there for each and every one of the people who message me for support and encouragement or every chronically ill entrepreneur who needs free consulting. But I am overwhelmed, I cannot keep up with the amount of energy that is required to complete all of these task being just one person lacking energy myself. I hate the way it makes me feel like my illnesses have limited me once again, but if I have learned nothing over this year I have learned that ...

Watch this behind the scenes look into one of my Remmicade Infusion Days, watch an Infusion Nurse do a real time IV placement, and laugh at my #chronicillnesslife confessions throughout the process! xo britt

Fall in love with a few Spoonie Essentials Box Fall Finds Box! This box is all about preparing for the changing weather and adapting new healthier care habits. I've collected a few helpful things to make the 'Chronic-illness Life' this Fall a little more Fun! In no way is this "everything" you'll need this Fall but definitely a few things to try out or to have handy if you're familiar with them. When creating each box I have 5 criteria in which every box must meet to create my special dose of "chronic illness care package" magic. I try to include something from each of the criteria I created. I can't tell you it entirely but I like to be sure every box includes a project of some sort, an inspirational aspect, but collectively items that promote self care and ad an element of creativity to the long term wholistic complete care for chronic illness.  Box Break Down... Infinity scarves are an essential this fall for their cozy yet trend...

I recently attended a business meeting at a prestigious firm we'll call Healthy People Corp , I was rocking my heather grey leggings, over size high low shirt, a pair of Uggs, no make-up, and my natural curls. While I was waiting in the lobby at Healthy People Corp the receptionist remarked to me that she hoped my meeting went well despite my overly casual appearance. Coming from corporate world, I was a little startled I hadn't taken into account how my new found uniform would be received by potential business partners. This got me to thinking. As a Chronically-ill Entrepreneur honestly Im a "no makeup professional", I don't like the way traditional business clothes fit me. They're restrictive, uncomfortable, and heels make my feet swell something ridiculous these days. If I spend energy doing my makeup, I won't have it to drive to the meeting. I get it, appearance is everything. It tells the world seemingly what you think about yourself. It sets the s...

As beautiful October is winding to a close the leaves are changing, the weather is getting colder, the nights longer, and the holiday magic has begun. From shopping sales to creative Starbucks cups, the holidays are officially here. For many people like myself, who live with a chronic-illness, the holidays are a time of immense anxiety and energy burning activities. We love the holiday cheer just as much as anyone else but we just need a little extra support to enjoy the holiday festivities As much as everyone else. Here are 7 ways to support your chronically ill loved one to enjoy the 2017 holiday season. 1. Accessibility. If you're planning a holiday party or event please make sure it is accessible. Make sure bathrooms, dinning, and social areas are easily maneuverable for someone who uses assistive devices to maintain mobility. This would also include reaching the event destination, make sure there are ramps or elevators and close handicapped and regular parkin...