Comments on: The Art Of Making An Illness Visible

By: karin

karin — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 03:54:27 +0000

Thanks so much for this post. I have often wished that I could tattoo a representation of my process–not my illnesses, myofascial pain syndrome, recovery from anorexia, anxiety disorders, per se–but a representation of putting that internal pain on the outside… but I keloid too badly to do so!

This topic is still incredibly important.
Thank you.

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September Pain-Blog Carnival | How To Cope With Pain Blog — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 04:33:04 +0000

[...] Arthritis Friend, shares a story about a man’s acceptance of his invisible illness, and how he decided to make it more visible. [...]

By: How to Cope with Pain

How to Cope with Pain — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 01:06:38 +0000

Having a bike ride for charity, to benefit a national pain organization. Part of saying why I’m riding is saying I have the illness. Thanks for a good post!

By: Sheryl

Sheryl — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:30:10 +0000

@Gabriele - Thanks for your comment! It feels good to have an outlet and to be committed to raising awareness. I’ve been enjoying your blog, too.

By: Gabriele Moore

Gabriele Moore — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:25:07 +0000

Hey great blog about the tat. i think that is a great expression of one’s life experience and a great way to raise awareness about invisible illness.

I too suffer from RA and find it interesting how people respond. It is amazing to see the disbelief due to not being able to physically see a disease. It is hard for others to understand because you are walking, talking, and you look “good.” Thanks for sharing your story through the blogging world…it too is my outlet and efforts to raise awareness.

Thanks,
Gabriele Moore
http://jointogether4ra.blogspot.com/