Heart & Soul
Come in, get comfy and have a cuppa with us. We know sometimes you just need a friend, a hug, and time to care for the ‘you’ inside. We understand that arthritis affects lives in ways beyond the physical; it can hurt your emotions, your self-esteem and cause worries too. This section is a hug in words, seeking to help.
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Summer’s here and I’m taking on the body shamers!
Warmer weather means more body on show, and with that can come funny looks. But, how liberating it feels not to care Summer is here, and along with it comes…
Video 2 – Willingness and mindfulness
Stage two is moving towards a willingness to accept your arthritis symptoms, and using mindfulness techniques So, you've read our Introduction to Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and you've watched Video…
10 ways to show someone with arthritis that you really love them
1. It's not the posh restaurant, but the taxi home that counts! If there's one thing that makes a romantic meal out even more romantic, it's a comfortable journey to…
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Uplifting songs for rubbish days
When you’re having a real stinker of a bad day with your arthritis, an uplifting song can pick you up and whisk you away to another planet
Imagine if you could change how you feel about your arthritis. Now start that journey here
Do you find it difficult to accept your arthritis? Is your life on hold until you ‘get better’? A new form of cognitive behavioural therapy might help
Afraid to talk honestly about how arthritis really makes you feel? Here’s help to beat the fear
Everyone struggles to express themselves sometimes. As human beings, we all want to be accepted, and we fear that drawing attention to something different about ourselves might end in rejection.…
Love in the time of Covid
How sexy and loved up are you feeling right now? Chances are, you're either cooped up with your beloved other half, who's driving you mad with their inability to locate…
Hacked off with life right now? It’s OK
It’s OK to feel low, worried, frustrated, angry or all four – arthritis can have that effect. Here’s what else is OK: If you feel any one of the ‘difficult’…
Walking with Arthritis: Katherine’s Story
Katherine is 28 and has spondylosis – she is here to share her experiences, tips and tricks on how to keep moving with arthritis.
A brief introduction to mindfulness
Mindfulness has been shown to help reduce stress, anxiety and even pain. What’s more, anyone can do it, anywhere.
Chronic Pain and Sex
Let's talk about sex baby. Let's talk about you and me. No, for real, let's talk about sex. There's an estimated 12 million people (couples) who deal with chronic pain…
How to cope with post-diagnosis blues
Got the blues after a diagnosis of arthritis? Don’t worry – it’s normal. Find expert tips to combat anxiety, stress and depression.
Summer’s here and I’m taking on the body shamers!
Warmer weather means more body on show, and with that can come funny looks. But, how liberating it feels not to care Summer is here, and along with it comes…
How to build up your body confidence
Does the thought of showing your body make you want to hide? It’s time to build your body confidence!
“Actually, I do have some questions…”
Kat Macfarlane was diagnosed with JRA aged one. Thirty-three years later, she’s asked a lot of questions!! These are the ones she wished she’d asked earlier…