Tips For Living With ME
Living with debilitating illnesses like chronic fatigue syndrome and ME, is without a doubt exhausting, and it can really take a toll on your mental health. It is important to not be hard on yourself and take things one day at a time. Here are some tips for living with ME.
- Don’t do the activities that require the most energy first thing in the morning, as you’ll wear yourself out before the day has really begun. Start the day as slowly as possible, and do things like going out for a walk later on in the day so you can just go to bed at night rather than in the day.
- Don’t wait until you are already completely exhausted to sleep, have a nap or take a break. Do this consistently no matter how good you are feeling in a moment. This will keep you as stable as possible. It is important, especially when you have ME or chronic fatigue, to prioritise your health.
- If you live alone, it can be hard to get around in your house and do things without help, so it can be worth investing in some Mobility Aids, as found at https://www.abilitysuperstore.com/ . This can really help boost your self-esteem as you’ll be able to live more independently.
- Always ask for help when you need it. Try not to think of yourself as a burden and don’t think of yourself as annoying others for complaining. You’re not complaining, you’re telling the truth about how you feel because you need help which you won’t get if no one knows you’re in need.
