How to Cope with a Chronically Ill Partner’s Emotions? Just like you, I wondered once, how to cope with a chronically ill partner’s emotions if you feel the need to put that person first. Coping with a chronically ill partner’s emotions requires empathy, patience, and open communication. Support them in seeking professional help when needed, … Read more
Why is my chronically ill wife deprecating herself? As a husband to a chronically ill wife, I notice that she often engages in self-deprecating behavior. This behavior is characterized by a tendency to belittle herself and her abilities, despite the fact that she is a remarkable person who has accomplished a great deal in her … Read more
Being a male caregiver: challenges and rewards. Every time I think about being a caregiver and spouse, I struggle with this notion a little bit. The reason is, that I am a caregiver by profession – I care for kids with serious medical and complex needs. At home, however, I care for my chronically ill … Read more
12 tips to keep a relationship solid despite chronic illness. In a healthy relationship, communication is key. When a chronic illness affects one or both partners in a relationship, it’s especially important to communicate openly and honestly about needs and concerns. Chronic Illness Dedicated to Male Partners SEND IT MY WAY! First and foremost you … Read more
Endometriosis for healthy partners: 17 helpful tips. When endometriosis invaded our marriage, as the husband, I felt really helpless. My wife’s health became my responsibility and I wanted to do whatever I could to help her. This is when I decided to start this very health blog and soon I wrote an eBook about endometriosis … Read more
7 tips for effective communication with a chronically ill partner. When a chronic illness is present in a relationship, communication with a chronically ill partner is key. However, the various challenges chronic conditions impose on couples can often make communication difficult. In every healthy relationship, communication is vital, but it becomes even more so when … Read more
How to cope with the new normal when your partner has a chronic illness? If your partner has been diagnosed with a chronic illness, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to best support them. While it’s normal to feel like things will never be the same, there are things you can do … Read more
What to do when your partner always has something wrong with their health? It may seem impossible to know what to do when your partner always has something wrong with their health, but it is possible to find a solution that works best for both of you. This article is going to give you all … Read more
How to handle the new normal in a marriage with a long-term illness? It can be difficult to know how to handle the new normal in a marriage with a long-term illness because both partners are affected by the condition differently. This article is based on my own personal experience, as a man married to … Read more
What can chronic conditions teach your healthy partner? People who suffer from incurable conditions learn a lot from them. I have read thousands of articles on the subject, which is great, but what can chronic conditions teach your healthy partner? Here’s the answer: Chronic conditions teach your healthy partner a lot. From empathy, compassion, forgiveness, … Read more