Today, I’m upset, but it’s not because of Parkinson’s. Last weekend I was frustrated, but not because of the pain. Yesterday I was angry, but my arthritis was not the reason.
Today I am sad, but not because of what I am going through. Yes, some days my chronic illness struggles do cause these emotions and reactions, but today is not one of those days.
Sometimes I struggle with controlling my emotions, and sometimes my reactions get the best of me. My disease can be an easy scapegoat and excuse, but don’t assume it is just about my disease.
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