Defeating Hashimoto's

Day 2: Today was a good day. Granted, I lived on salads and looked longingly at the brownies in my office as if they were long lost lovers that had broken my heart...but it was still a good day. I am trying to not let the anxiety of the holidays prevent me from doing what I know is right for my body. I have often allowed perceived and future challenges to prevent me from taking really important steps. It sounds like this: "Well...in 6 days I am going to be at a restaurant where I will probably eat something that's not good for me so I'll just spend the next 6 days eating all the things that I know will make me feel sick." I need to find a nice, happy medium where I feel empowered to make the right choices and also ask the people around me for the things I need. "NO, please don't offer me dessert more than once." "NO, I don't want a second helping." "YES, I am gluten free." (this one in particular usually comes out ...

Day One: Today, as I sat on my couch struggling to see my computer screen and struggling to ignore the overwhelming pain in my eyes and joints, I decided that enough was enough. I have been struggling with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis for over 3 years...and I am TIRED. EXHAUSTED. FED UP. BEATEN.  I can no longer ignore that something is wrong, nor can I be a partial participant in my recovery. I am hoping that by writing everything down, and by documenting my daily efforts, I will hold myself accountable.  Accountability has always been a big thing for me - it forces me to stay true to my word. I think I worry about whether I am accountable to others MORE than being accountable to myself.  The journey of healing starts now. What are my symptoms? I feel tired. I feel sick. My knees hurt. My hands hurt. I have yet another eye infection. My eczema and dermatitis have decided to make a triumphant return.  How do I feel? Sad. Defeated. Encumbered. Here goes.