What fibro bloggers have to say about fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder that can have a significant impact on a person’s lifestyle and mental health. It is a complex and often misunderstood condition. While medical definitions provide a clinical overview, the true essence of living with fibromyalgia is best captured through the voices of those who experience it first hand.

Here we delve into the personal narratives of fibro bloggers—individuals who courageously share their journeys, struggles, and triumphs on their blogs. 

From the relentless fatigue described by Ria at Stronger than Pain, who likens it to a "lead blanket" that never lifts, to the emotional toll highlighted by Bindu at Beyond Fibromyalgia, who speaks of the frustration in hearing doctors dismiss her pain as "all in your head," these accounts resonate deeply. Bethan at Hello Fibro Blog discusses the link between trauma and fibromyalgia, emphasizing the condition's complexity beyond physical symptoms.

These narratives not only validate the experiences of those living with fibromyalgia but also foster a sense of community and understanding. By sharing their stories, fibro bloggers provide support, raise awareness, and advocate for better recognition and treatment of this invisible illness.

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Fibromyalgia Awareness in May 2025

I'm glad you stopped by to see what we are doing this May to raise awareness of fibromyalgia. As you know May is internationally recognized as the month for Fibromyalgia Awareness with May 12th dedicated as Fibromyalgia Awareness Day.

This May we are:

1. Resharing social media posts on X. 

Many people are raising Fibromyalgia Awareness there and on their other social media including:

💜Carrie Kellenberger on Facebook, X , Instagram, Pinterest.

💜Sue Ingebretson on Facebook, X , Instagram, Pinterest.

💜Dale Rockell on X, Facebook. 

2. Sharing many new posts on X

3. Sharing posts on Tumblr that you can reshare. 

4. Creating a catalogue of new and past images here that you can reshare on your own social media. Just copy and paste the Fibro Awareness images below. 

You can also find many more images from fibro bloggers to share here

May's Fibromyalgia link up

WELCOME to Fibromyalgia Awareness Month and the link up for May. Participate anytime to share your link and help spread awareness about fibromyalgia.

Do not forget your post will be promoted in many ways, after you add it here: 

•  as part of a group post on Fibro Blogger Directory where readers will be taken directly to your site rather than via inlinkz
• as an individual post on X in a few weeks to over 17 thousand followers. 
• as an individual post on tumblr in a few weeks. 
• possibly on Pinterest at Fibro Bloggers Directory where we have over 45.4k monthly views.

WHAT'S HAPPENING on the fibromyalgia blogs lately?

Check out the latest updates from our fibro bloggers! Find out what the fibro blogger community is up to. 

Here is a round up of the latest happenings from many of the fibro bloggers who are members of the Directory. You can find the complete list of fibro blogs here. 

Mandy has been brave enough to post Widow's Reality: My Love Story ~ God's Love.

Melissa has written a book of fiction 'Mindfully Yours, Ella' and the main character is living with chronic illness.

                                                     

Dales' YouTube Chanel, Fibro & Photos, is fairly new. He has 8 videos. Please subscribe. 

                                                     

Caz  has written about policy changes in the UK that affect those with chronic illness and disability. 

                                                     

Glenys give us an update on her chronic life living in Australia and thinking about the wider world.

                                                     

Suzanne has updated her site, CocoLime Fitness and it looks great. 

                                                     

Sarah W has written Exercise-Induced Migraines: How Pushing Through Flu Derailed My 10K Training Plan

                                                     

Janet Jay has written Chronic pain patients reveal hidden truths to a future doctor. 

                                                     

Michelle is resuming her Turning Pain into Strength podcast with a variety of interesting guests. 

                                                     

Melinda has an interesting article about What Science Says About the Link Between Fibromyalgia and Migraine Episodes

                                                     

Helen writes about her experiences with weighted blankets here

                                                     

Carrie Celebrates turning 50! in 50 for 50! Half A Century Birthday Edition

                                                     

Ria writes about her new symptom of Tinnitus in Will I never be able to enjoy silence again?

                                                     

One of Beverley's latest posts is Becoming More Active With Chronic Illness. 

                                                     

Cynthia, The Disabled Diva, is active on X.

                                                     

Susan Pearson has written about Complex Sleep Problems and Fibro.

                                                     

Lee Good (that's me) has a post about Muscle Relaxant Medications for Fibromyalgia.

                                                     

I hope I have missed any Fibro Bloggers who have something recent they would like to promote. If I have please let me know in the comments below.