... I can't control everything in my life. Trying to is exhausting!!" - member of myHIVteam When first faced with an HIV diagnosis, a common fear is a lack of control over our health. How could our bodies betray us? How do we grab the reins back and fix the situation? Living with HIV forces us to recognize what we can and cannot control. ...
The Power of Letting Go of What You Can't Control
... I can't control everything in my life. Trying to is exhausting!!" - member of myHIVteam When first faced with an HIV diagnosis, a common fear is a lack of control over our health. How could our bodies betray us? How do we grab the reins back and fix the situation? Living with HIV forces us to recognize what we can and cannot control. ...
... Have you used "I" statements to set boundaries? How did it feel?Share your stories about direct communication in the comments below or on myHIVteam. ...
... Try to stay compassionate and react with kindness. As you reflect on last year, be kind to yourself and let go of any negativity. As you look forward to next year, make smaller, gradual resolutions rather than huge goals that will be difficult to achieve. During the holidays and year-round, the members of myHIVteam are here for each other. ...
Enjoying the Holidays While Living With HIV
... Try to stay compassionate and react with kindness. As you reflect on last year, be kind to yourself and let go of any negativity. As you look forward to next year, make smaller, gradual resolutions rather than huge goals that will be difficult to achieve. During the holidays and year-round, the members of myHIVteam are here for each other. ...
... If you have a sleep disorder or trouble sleeping, you may want to work toward developing a consistent bedtime routine (also called sleep hygiene).Do your best to go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, and create a comfortable environment that helps you fall asleep and stay asleep. ...
Fatigue and HIV: 6 Tips for Boosting Energy
... If you have a sleep disorder or trouble sleeping, you may want to work toward developing a consistent bedtime routine (also called sleep hygiene).Do your best to go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, and create a comfortable environment that helps you fall asleep and stay asleep. ...
Dating while living with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can present unique challenges, b...
It’s no surprise that myHIVteam members have questions about whether they can breastfeed while HI...
... Maintain a Regular Sleep ScheduleTo get your body in the habit of sleeping through the night for a set number of hours, try to go to bed at the same time each night, regardless of whether it’s a weekday or weekend. ...
4 Ways To Sleep Better With HIV
... Maintain a Regular Sleep ScheduleTo get your body in the habit of sleeping through the night for a set number of hours, try to go to bed at the same time each night, regardless of whether it’s a weekday or weekend. ...
Being diagnosed with HIV can feel overwhelming. Aside from doctor’s appointments, medication man...
Stigma and discrimination are often experienced by those with HIV. Many who are HIV positive are ...
Stigma and HIV
Stigma and discrimination are often experienced by those with HIV. Many who are HIV positive are ...
... It's time to focus on what I can do for myself rather than what I can't. Things take time and my path has always been singular and independent." "Be your own advocate, ask questions at your appointments, don't let the bureaucracy get in your way, do a lot of research, and listen to your intuition. It's most likely right. Stand tall and strong." ...
The Importance of Trusting Yourself
... It's time to focus on what I can do for myself rather than what I can't. Things take time and my path has always been singular and independent." "Be your own advocate, ask questions at your appointments, don't let the bureaucracy get in your way, do a lot of research, and listen to your intuition. It's most likely right. Stand tall and strong." ...
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