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How I Finally Made Pacing With Chronic Illness Simple
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​ Hi Reader, I used to think pacing was about discipline—saying no more often, scheduling rest, or sticking to a perfectly balanced routine. But even when I tried to “do everything right,” burnout still crept in. That’s when I realized pacing with chronic illness isn’t really about plans at all. It’s about awareness. So I started doing something small every Sunday afternoon: a 10-minute self-check-in with my coffee and planner open beside me. Instead of jumping straight into what I wanted to do that week, I asked myself one simple question: “How am I actually doing?” That question changed everything. I began to notice the patterns behind my flare-ups and fatigue—the things that quietly drained me and the small habits that actually helped me recover. Now, instead of reacting once I’m already exhausted, I adjust before burnout hits. In this week’s blog post, I’m sharing exactly how I do it and how you can start your own version of this routine. It’s short, flexible, and surprisingly grounding. ➡️ Read the full post: How to Catch Yourself Before You Burn Out: Pacing With Chronic Illness Made Simple​ ​ ​ ​ If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly playing catch-up with your energy, this might be the missing piece. Pacing doesn’t have to feel like another job. It can be a quiet act of awareness that helps you protect your energy and build more predictable days. ​ With care,
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April Smith | The Thriving Spoonie
đź’ŞI create resources to help people adapt to living with chronic illness so they can thrive.
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