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Text reads: What's chronic pain? What you should know if you love someone with it (end text). You can’t know what it’s like living with chronic pain unless you have it, and understanding what it’s like living with chronic pain dramatically affects how you treat someone who lives with it. I hope this post helps you!
in Health &middot May 17, 2022

What’s Chronic Pain? What You Should Know If You Love Someone with It

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in Health &middot May 17, 2022

What’s Chronic Pain? What You Should Know If You Love Someone with It

Text reads: What's chronic pain? What you should know if you love someone with it (end text). You can’t know what it’s like living with chronic pain unless you have it, and understanding what it’s like living with chronic pain dramatically affects how you treat someone who lives with it. I hope this post helps you!

If an estimated 50 million Americans live with chronic pain, and each one has just 1 person who cares about them, 100 million Americans are affected by chronic pain. That’s ... Read the Post...

Text reads: How to improve your blogging skills, 8 skills you need (end text). As humans, we want to be good at the things we do, or at the very least we don’t want to be bad at them. That, of course, applies to blogging. In this post, I’m going to talk about how to improve your blogging skills, from writing to photography, from research to SEO, and more.
in Writing & Blogging &middot May 10, 2022

How To Improve Your Blogging Skills: 8 Skills You Need

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in Writing & Blogging &middot May 10, 2022

How To Improve Your Blogging Skills: 8 Skills You Need

Text reads: How to improve your blogging skills, 8 skills you need (end text). As humans, we want to be good at the things we do, or at the very least we don’t want to be bad at them. That, of course, applies to blogging. In this post, I’m going to talk about how to improve your blogging skills, from writing to photography, from research to SEO, and more.

As humans, we want to be good at the things we do, or at the very least we don’t want to be bad at them. That, of course, applies to blogging. In this post, I’m going to talk ... Read the Post...

Text reads: Buy my ebook for chronic health bloggers, worth $140, but buy for $10! There is also an image of the ebook cover. The ebook is named "Take Your Blog (And Income!) To The Next Level: Resources for Chronic Health Bloggers".
Text reads: What is considered a chronic illness? And other chronic illness basics (end text). When it comes to chronic illness, there's a lot to learn. Maybe you have a chronic illness, maybe someone in your life has one. I've talked a lot about specific elements to chronic illness over the years, but I thought I would go into some chronic illness basics today, such as the question, "What is considered a chronic illness?"  
in Health &middot May 3, 2022

What Is Considered a Chronic Illness? And Other Chronic Illness Basics

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in Health &middot May 3, 2022

What Is Considered a Chronic Illness? And Other Chronic Illness Basics

Text reads: What is considered a chronic illness? And other chronic illness basics (end text). When it comes to chronic illness, there's a lot to learn. Maybe you have a chronic illness, maybe someone in your life has one. I've talked a lot about specific elements to chronic illness over the years, but I thought I would go into some chronic illness basics today, such as the question, "What is considered a chronic illness?"  

When it comes to chronic illness, there's a lot to learn. Maybe you have a chronic illness, maybe someone in your life has one. I've talked a lot about specific elements to ... Read the Post...

Text reads: 2022 Recent Reads, January-March (end text). In this blog post, blogger and bookworm Kate the (Almost) Great shares and reviews what she read in quarter 1 of 2022.
in Lifestyle &middot April 29, 2022

2022 Recent Reads: January-March

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in Lifestyle &middot April 29, 2022

2022 Recent Reads: January-March

Text reads: 2022 Recent Reads, January-March (end text). In this blog post, blogger and bookworm Kate the (Almost) Great shares and reviews what she read in quarter 1 of 2022.

My reading year is off to a great start! My goal is to read 36 books this year, and quarter 1 is slightly ahead; I read 10 books instead of 9. In the first 3 months of 2022, I ... Read the Post...

Text reads: Authentic mental health blog post ideas; that people actually want to read! (end text). If you’re a blogger, you’re always looking for new blog post ideas. Sometimes you need a little help, such as that from a list of ideas! I’ve posted several ideas over the years, and there are even more in my ebook for health bloggers. But today I thought I would share mental health blog post ideas for those of who blog about mental health and/or mental illness. 
in Writing & Blogging &middot April 19, 2022

Authentic Mental Health Blog Post Ideas That People Actually Want

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in Writing & Blogging &middot April 19, 2022

Authentic Mental Health Blog Post Ideas That People Actually Want

Text reads: Authentic mental health blog post ideas; that people actually want to read! (end text). If you’re a blogger, you’re always looking for new blog post ideas. Sometimes you need a little help, such as that from a list of ideas! I’ve posted several ideas over the years, and there are even more in my ebook for health bloggers. But today I thought I would share mental health blog post ideas for those of who blog about mental health and/or mental illness. 

If you’re a blogger, you’re always looking for new blog post ideas. Sometimes you need a little help, like from a list of ideas! I’ve posted several ideas over the years, and ... Read the Post...

Text reads: What to do when in Boston (end text). I’ve done a lot of things in the city and I have plenty of recommendations for people looking for what to do when in Boston. To that end, I’m going to share attractions to check out, restaurants to eat at, places to shop, and so much more. 
in Lifestyle &middot April 12, 2022

What To Do When in Boston

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in Lifestyle &middot April 12, 2022

What To Do When in Boston

Text reads: What to do when in Boston (end text). I’ve done a lot of things in the city and I have plenty of recommendations for people looking for what to do when in Boston. To that end, I’m going to share attractions to check out, restaurants to eat at, places to shop, and so much more. 

As of 2022, I’ve lived in Boston for 8 years. But before I lived here, my family lived here for a few years, and we’ve been coming to Boston my entire life. That means that ... Read the Post...

Text reads: 9 Ways To Advocate for Disability Rights (end text). I absolutely love the disability community and am a vocal advocate for disability rights, so I thought it was a good idea to help any of you who want to be an advocate or be a better one. We’re going to talk about what the disability rights movement is, as well as 9 ways that you can advocate for disabled people and our rights.
in Health &middot April 5, 2022

9 Ways To Advocate for Disability Rights

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in Health &middot April 5, 2022

9 Ways To Advocate for Disability Rights

Text reads: 9 Ways To Advocate for Disability Rights (end text). I absolutely love the disability community and am a vocal advocate for disability rights, so I thought it was a good idea to help any of you who want to be an advocate or be a better one. We’re going to talk about what the disability rights movement is, as well as 9 ways that you can advocate for disabled people and our rights.

Hoo boy have I been working hard on this post! While I don't love my illnesses, I absolutely love the disability community and being a part of it. Since I am a vocal advocate ... Read the Post...

Text reads: writing about health on social media like a pro (end text). I’m going to share why you should write about health on social media, what you need to know to write about health, why you should share your personal experiences, dos and don’ts for posting about health, how to make your social media campaign featuring health, and all the resources I have to help you be your best.
in Writing & Blogging &middot March 15, 2022

Writing about Health on Social Media Like a Pro

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in Writing & Blogging &middot March 15, 2022

Writing about Health on Social Media Like a Pro

Text reads: writing about health on social media like a pro (end text). I’m going to share why you should write about health on social media, what you need to know to write about health, why you should share your personal experiences, dos and don’ts for posting about health, how to make your social media campaign featuring health, and all the resources I have to help you be your best.

I’ve been talking about my health online for a long time - since before I started my blog, in fact, as I started by sharing my health story on my personal Facebook about a ... Read the Post...

Text reads: 17 Classic Novels Worth Reading (end text). It’s no secret to the people in my life that I like classic novels. I’ve been reading classics since I was 10, and in grad school I focused on literature from before 1600. I still read classics in my spare time! All of that is to say that I’ve read a lot of classics, so I feel somewhat able to give a recommendation of the classic novels worth reading. 
in Lifestyle &middot March 8, 2022

17 Classic Novels Worth Reading

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in Lifestyle &middot March 8, 2022

17 Classic Novels Worth Reading

Text reads: 17 Classic Novels Worth Reading (end text). It’s no secret to the people in my life that I like classic novels. I’ve been reading classics since I was 10, and in grad school I focused on literature from before 1600. I still read classics in my spare time! All of that is to say that I’ve read a lot of classics, so I feel somewhat able to give a recommendation of the classic novels worth reading. 

It’s no secret to the people in my life that I like classic novels. I’ve been reading classics since I was 10, and in grad school I focused on literature from before 1600. I ... Read the Post...

Text reads: 8 essential tips for living with POTS (end text). If you live with POTS, you know that spring tends to bring with it increased POTS symptoms. As we gear up for warmer weather, I thought I was should share some of my tips for living with POTS to help you be as prepared as possible.
in Health &middot March 1, 2022

8 Essential Tips for Living with POTS

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in Health &middot March 1, 2022

8 Essential Tips for Living with POTS

Text reads: 8 essential tips for living with POTS (end text). If you live with POTS, you know that spring tends to bring with it increased POTS symptoms. As we gear up for warmer weather, I thought I was should share some of my tips for living with POTS to help you be as prepared as possible.

It’s the first day of March, which also makes spring very, very close. And if you live with POTS, you know that spring tends to bring with it increased POTS symptoms. As we ... Read the Post...

Text reads - how to be good at blogging: how to blog with limited time (end text). Humans as a species don’t want to be bad at things, so it makes sense that plenty of people wonder how to be good at blogging. If we do something, we don’t want to be bad at it! I won’t lie and say that I’m good at all aspects of blogging - that would be a flat-out lie - but I am good at one part of blogging: blogging with limited time. 
in Writing & Blogging &middot February 22, 2022

How To Be Good at Blogging: Blogging with Limited Time

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in Writing & Blogging &middot February 22, 2022

How To Be Good at Blogging: Blogging with Limited Time

Text reads - how to be good at blogging: how to blog with limited time (end text). Humans as a species don’t want to be bad at things, so it makes sense that plenty of people wonder how to be good at blogging. If we do something, we don’t want to be bad at it! I won’t lie and say that I’m good at all aspects of blogging - that would be a flat-out lie - but I am good at one part of blogging: blogging with limited time. 

Humans as a species don’t want to be bad at things, so it makes sense that plenty of people wonder how to be good at blogging. If we do something, we don’t want to be bad at ... Read the Post...

Text reads - Alike: The Best Way To Feel Less Alone & Better Manage Your Chronic Illness Journey (text ends).
in Health &middot February 11, 2022

Alike: The Best Way To Feel Less Alone & Better Manage Your Chronic Illness Journey

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in Health &middot February 11, 2022

Alike: The Best Way To Feel Less Alone & Better Manage Your Chronic Illness Journey

Text reads - Alike: The Best Way To Feel Less Alone & Better Manage Your Chronic Illness Journey (text ends).

This post has been written in partnership with Alike, but all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting Kate the (Almost) Great! Did you know that you’re missing out if ... Read the Post...

Text reads: 14 amazing simple healthy dinner recipes (end text). In advance of moving, I compiled a list of simple healthy recipes for dinner that I made previously and liked. I figured I would share them in case you’re looking for recipes that are delicious, healthy, and easy to make if you're like me and you have chronic illnesses, especially arthritis in your hands. 
in Health, Lifestyle &middot February 8, 2022

14 Amazing Simple Healthy Recipes for Dinner

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in Health, Lifestyle &middot February 8, 2022

14 Amazing Simple Healthy Recipes for Dinner

Text reads: 14 amazing simple healthy dinner recipes (end text). In advance of moving, I compiled a list of simple healthy recipes for dinner that I made previously and liked. I figured I would share them in case you’re looking for recipes that are delicious, healthy, and easy to make if you're like me and you have chronic illnesses, especially arthritis in your hands. 

Since I moved out in October, I’ve been living independently for the first time in 7 years. I knew before I moved that the hardest part would be cooking for myself regularly, ... Read the Post...

Text reads: Ways to promote blog posts, 2022 edition (end text). What worked five years ago doesn’t work now, and what worked two years ago might not work now. That being said, let’s talk about all the ways to promote blog posts in 2022, whether or not they be new posts. 
in Writing & Blogging &middot January 25, 2022

Ways To Promote Blog Posts: 2023 Edition

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Ways To Promote Blog Posts: 2023 Edition

Text reads: Ways to promote blog posts, 2022 edition (end text). What worked five years ago doesn’t work now, and what worked two years ago might not work now. That being said, let’s talk about all the ways to promote blog posts in 2022, whether or not they be new posts. 

Like a lot of internet industries, blogging is ever changing. What worked five years ago doesn’t work now, and what worked two years ago might not work now. Which is why I ... Read the Post...

Text reads: 2021 Recent Reads, October - December (end text). Check out what one bookworm read in the last quarter of 2021 and get some great book recommendations.
in Lifestyle &middot January 18, 2022

2021 Recent Reads: October-December

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2021 Recent Reads: October-December

Text reads: 2021 Recent Reads, October - December (end text). Check out what one bookworm read in the last quarter of 2021 and get some great book recommendations.

Another year’s reading goal has been crushed! I aimed to read 34 books and I actually read 38. My goal for 2022 is 36 books, so I hopefully hit that, too. If you’re looking ... Read the Post...

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This is the face of coronary artery disease⁣ ⁣ Yup This is the face of coronary artery disease⁣
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Coronary artery disease is a complication of rheumatoid arthritis, as cholesterol can be increased by inflammation. As I hung around the border of coronary artery disease, I got COVID. ⁣
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💐 Week 8 of 2026 Weekly 💐 1️⃣ When you’ve got to 💐 Week 8 of 2026 Weekly 💐

1️⃣ When you’ve got to do IVIG but also empty the dishwasher (aka chronic illness in a nutsehll)
2️⃣ In progress 
3️⃣ New glasses!

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2️⃣ An in-progress embroidery project of flowers. 
3️⃣ Kate takes a selfie. She’s wearing a blue and white striped rugby shirt with white writing that reads "University of Maine" and green glasses. 

#IVIG #ChronicallyIll #SjogrensSyndrome #Sjogrens #PunchNeedle
“Why don’t you take having 10+ chronic illnesses m “Why don’t you take having 10+ chronic illnesses more seriously”Because I have a ridiculous number of illnesses. Anything over 7 feels made up. Like, obviously it’s not, but I’m up to 10. That’s a ridiculous number.⁣
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View from this weekend as I worked on my next blog View from this weekend as I worked on my next blog post! I’ve posted 3 so far in 2026, including a fibromyalgia FAQ, so go to the blog to read them. Click the link in my bio or go to katethealmostgreat.com 

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3️⃣ Needing lots of blood work means more kindle time while waiting 
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3️⃣ Looking at Kate’s lap. Her Kindle is on her coat on her lap. Her pink cane is in front of her legs. 
4️⃣ The start of an embroidery project, with a printed (but not started) frame, box with the finished project shown, and 2 open packets with instructions. 

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