> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://achronicvoice.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # August 2017: Missing a Stable Income & Striving Towards Healthier Habits - URL: https://achronicvoice.com/missing-stable-income-striving-healthier-habits-august-2017/ - Published: 2017-07-30T14:32:36.000Z - Updated: 2025-10-29T16:22:50.000Z - Author: Sheryl Chan - Tags: Diary Entries, Chronic Illness, Home & Lifestyle, Pets, Exercise & Fitness, Personal Development, Blogging & Writing, Career & Finances, Diet & Nutrition *\*Note: This article was originally written for my monthly linkups, which I've archived as it was taking too much out of me. However, I've kept most of the posts written as I realise it's much like a diary with memories that make me nostalgic or smile. I hope you enjoy reading them, too! 🙂* ## I Miss Having My Own Money to Spend I'm actually [**terrified of returning to a full-time job**](https://achronicvoice.com/part-time-jobs-not-easy-chronic-illness/), because the inevitable [**stress always triggers the worst flares**](https://achronicvoice.com/chronic-stress-silent-assassin/). But I suppose I can't live in this bubble forever, and will just have to learn how to manage it better. *\*Disclaimer: This article is meant for educational purposes, and is based on my personal experiences as a patient. *I am not a doctor, and nothing in this article should be substituted for medical advice.* Please consult your own doctor before changing or adding *any* new treatment protocols. This post may also contain affiliate links. It will cost you nothing to click on them. I will get a small referral fee from purchases you make, which helps with the maintenance of this blog. Read our* [***Privacy Policy***](https://achronicvoice.com/privacy-policy/)*page for more information. Thank you!* ## Appreciating My Little Birdies We've been buying a new bird every month, and it's getting a bit obsessive 😛 But they bring us so much joy with their happy little tweets, their fondness for company, their amazing acrobatics and their surprising intelligence! Read Related Posts: - [When Your Stress & Fatigue Thresholds Suck (Also on Cute Cockatiels, Education via Zoom & Art Films for Rent)](https://achronicvoice.com/stress-fatigue-thresholds-suck/) - [Why I Moved from SiteGround to Cloudways (and Couldn’t be Happier). Plus Cute Puppy Pics & A New Pacing Strategy.](https://achronicvoice.com/moved-from-siteground-to-cloudways/) - [A Car Accident & A Song Gone Silent (How Life Lessons from Chronic Illness Tide Me Through)](https://achronicvoice.com/chronic-illness-life-lessons-accident-bird/) - [June 2018: Self-Reminder on Listening to Your Body](https://achronicvoice.com/self-reminder-listening-to-your-body-june-2018/) - [April 2018: Marvelling at the Miracle of Life & Splurging for My Birthday](https://achronicvoice.com/marvelling-miracle-of-life-splurging-birthday-april-2018/) ## Striving to Start an Exercise Regime I hope to start on the Zero to Hero fitness programme. I'm excited about getting into better shape with a professional mentor. At the same time I worry about being slow, or losing interest when it gets tougher. But I've made a 6 month commitment so I'll give it my best shot. Read Related Posts: - [Is Yoga Accessible for People with Chronic Illness?](https://achronicvoice.com/accessible-yoga-chronic-illness/) - [The Chronic Pain Cycle & How to Break It (Top Tips From an Occupational Therapist)](https://achronicvoice.com/break-chronic-pain-cycle-occupational-therapist-tips/) - [Physiotherapy After Knee Operation](https://achronicvoice.com/physiotherapy-after-knee-operation/) - [How to Use the 7 Dimensions of Wellness to Thrive with Chronic Pain](https://achronicvoice.com/dimensions-of-wellness-thrive-chronic-pain/) ## Releasing My Judgmental Nature My [#100WritingDays project on Medium](https://medium.com/100writingdays) has been a great little experiment on self-awareness thus far. I took the time to sort some thoughts out, and decided to [judge my judgement](https://medium.com/100writingdays/judge-judgment-edbebe28070a). To question my thoughts before jumping to conclusions, and to give people more benefit of the doubt. It will probably be a lifelong process. But what I’ve realised is that I’ve been a much happier person ever since I started doing this! ## Eating a Bit Too Much Cheese We visited a cheese shop and came out with a bit too much... So now it seems like we'll be eating cheese, ham, salami, bread and crackers for a while! Not that I mind, but not the most healthy 😉 Also bought a few different brands of pre-made bone broth. Any tasty ones that will ship overseas to recommend? Thank you for reading my August 2017 write up! You can continue with [**September 2017 here**](https://achronicvoice.com/resisting-stress-supporting-supporters-september-2017/). ## Sign Up for My Free Newsletter Be the first to get the latest post updates in your inbox, and unlock the comments section. You will also receive an e-book full of uplifting messages, quotes and illustrations as a token of appreciation! 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Read Related Posts: - [Magazine Review: Lucky Peach’s Last Issue, Ever](https://achronicvoice.com/magazine-review-lucky-peach/) - [My Personal Experiences with Epiphrenic Esophageal Diverticulum (Plus Tips to Help Cope)](https://achronicvoice.com/epiphrenic-esophageal-diverticulum-personal-experiences-tips/) - [Why I Write, Even Though it Makes Me Uncomfortable](https://achronicvoice.com/why-i-write/) - [Don’t Compare, Your Life Destination is Your Own Special Mission](https://achronicvoice.com/dont-compare-life-destination-special/) - [Life is a Long Process of Becoming Into…](https://achronicvoice.com/life-is-a-long-process-of-becoming-into/) ### Comments Archives: Comments imported from previous WordPress site. - [ Rhiann ](https://www.brainlesionandme.com) Aug 21, 2017 This is such a great idea and just added my link to this party! I hope you are successful in your new fitness programme, I know how daunting it can be starting a new regime! But it sounds like a great opportunity and I hope you get some improvements with it too! Oh, and I love reading your writings for the challenge, they’ve been really interesting and thought-provoking. - [ Sheryl Chan ](https://achronicvoice.com/) Aug 22, 2017 Thank you so much for joining in! 🙂 Yes I hope so too…need to get healthier ? thank you for your kind words and support as always, it is truly appreciated ? - Crys Aug 5, 2017 I’ve never tried bone broth before, but I should. I totally agree with having one’s own money to spend. That’s the most difficult thing of a chronic illness, being unable to provide for one’s self. - [ Sheryl Chan ](https://achronicvoice.com/) Aug 6, 2017 Yes there is an element of guilt when you splurge a little, with chronic illness 😉 I heard bone broth is really good for gut health, and wanted to try it more! - Emma England Aug 1, 2017 This is a great idea! Really enjoyed reading this and look forward to reading more from others too 🙂 Hope to add my own as well! Rubbish about having to return to full time work. Really tough when living with chronic illness. Good luck with the fitness programme. Enjoy your birds and the cheese! - [ Sheryl Chan ](https://achronicvoice.com/) Aug 1, 2017 Interesting to know you enjoyed reading this, as I was a little uncomfortable starting a series that was more ‘personal’ 🙂 So far we’ve only had two entries, one of which was my own 😛 So yes, it would be great if you added yours too! 😉 x - Kathy Forsyth Aug 1, 2017 When I was a little girl I had rheumatic fever and was stuck in bed for months. My parents bought canaries and budgies to keep me company. I loved them. Now due to allergies, I can’t have them anymore. - [ Sheryl Chan ](https://achronicvoice.com/) Aug 1, 2017 That’s so sad 🙁 Are you able to keep any other types of pets? They do bring such joy. Budgies are full of energy, and I love them for that 🙂 - [ Kathy ](https://upbeatliving.net) Aug 3, 2017 I currently have a Chihuahua named Dottie. We are good buddies. - [ Sheryl Chan ](https://achronicvoice.com/) Aug 3, 2017 Awesome, always good to have a little fur buddy around 🙂 - [ Phyllisa ](https://diagnosednotdefeated.com/) Jul 31, 2017 Thanks for sharing. Just curious, how many birds do you have? What kind? What I love most about early morning rising is that I can hear the birds. - [ Sheryl Chan ](https://achronicvoice.com/) Jul 31, 2017 I have 2 budgies, 1 parrotlet and 1 cockatiel. Yes, their musical chirps cheer you up anytime! 🙂 **Start a new conversation in the Member Comments below!**