What It's Like Living With An Invisible Illness

What Those With An Invisible Illness Want You To Know

First and foremost, there are numerous things an individual with an invisible illness want others to know about their condition and daily life. For instance, many might have home care or a cleaner come in to help them with managing their daily lives and to get things done, as when given a choice, they would much rather spend their time and energy when they are feeling 'good' doing fun things that make their life more liveable and enjoyable. It’s difficult to live every day with chronic pain to begin with, but many of these patients would agree they prefer to explain, educate, and inform others about their condition rather than be judged or verbally challenged about their illness and needs. Simply, we all have our challenges, so rather than judge and be negative, let’s help each other through difficult times and be kinder to one another.

Although a person who does not have an invisible illness may never fully understand how those who do truly feel, with a bit of patience, less judgment, and an open mind to be educated about the condition, we can make it a bit easier for those who do live with an invisible illness.