My Sweaty Stories
Hyperhidrosis Time Capsule
If I were to make a time capsule about my life with hyperhidrosis that wouldn’t be opened until 2112, I would include a series of items. Video My video would be a personal documentary about who I am and what it's like to live with excessive sweating. I would...
Hyperhidrosis and the Health Activist Writer’s Month Challenge
Hey everyone - I just wanted to tell you about a new activity I'll be doing this April. The Health Activist Writer's Month Challenge hosted by WEGO Health. I will be writing a post a day for all 30 days. Wish me luck! I've also created a Twitter account to further...
Hyperhidrosis and The Sketchbook Project 2012
Sweaty peeps! If any of you live in or will be near these cities on these dates, I'd love for you to check out this exhibit and find my sketchbook. The Sketchbook Project 2012 is sponsored by the Brooklyn Art Library and features an evolving collection of artists'...
My First Non-Sweating Massage
Benefits of Massage for Those With Hyperhidrosis The third time I went for a massage I was sooooo ready to completely tune out the world and relax. I set my intention as one of enjoying all of the benefits massage has to offer. As one who suffers from hyperhidrosis, I...
Getting the Job I Wanted
When I got back home from visiting my grandma, I met with my friend who had created the vision statement for me. She helped me create a quadrant of pros and cons for the two jobs that were now potentially on my plate. The four sections were Big Yes, Big No, Little...
Clearing My Vision
We were at the hospital almost all day, so after my uncle left I decided to go for a walk to clear my head and get away from the heavy atmosphere of the chemotherapy unit. I took some pictures of the downtown area and the college and then walked back in the windy...
Coming From a Place of Yes
Since I had left all of my job interviews and worries behind when I went to visit my grandma, I was able to begin some forward thinking and visualization of what I wanted my life to look like when I got home. Rather than telling the universe what I didn't want, I...
Hyperhidrosis and Traveling
I was super excited to fly in and surprise my grandma. But the one thing I never look forward to is going to the airport. I don’t mind flying, but I hate having to deal with the logistics of my sweaty hands and feet in the airport. Take the suitcase issue: I hate...