
08/19/2025
Does anyone else feel guilty when they cancel plans? ๐โโ๏ธ
It's such a natural response, feeling like you're letting people down or being "unreliable." But the truth is, sometimes our bodies have other plans that we're not in control of. Nowhere is that more true than chronic pain.
Unpredictable flares can hit out of nowhere. Deep fatigue can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming. What felt manageable yesterday might feel impossible today.
Here's the thing: You don't get to choose when chronic pain shows upโฆ
But you do get to choose how you respond to it. And choosing to honor what your body needs isn't something to feel guilty about.
The people who truly care about you want you to take care of yourself. They'd rather you rest when you need to than push through and pay for it later.
So if we may, feel free to let go of the guilt. This isn't something you're choosing. You're not responsible for your pain. You're taking care of yourself. ๐
โ What's one boundary you're working on setting for yourself?