I'm pulling through a long bout with migraines plus the usual fibromyalgia stuff. To sorta reorient myself I want to write up some of the things that are helpful.

I love public libraries. As a disabled person I'm able to have books mailed out to me, so I use the online catalog, place holds on things, then they are mailed out when ready. I could then mail them back but that would cost postage and it is usually possible for I or a friend to return them for me. I'm often able to borrow new books this way and it is like Christmas every time I get something in the mail! I can usually (but not always) read when going through extra symptoms and I love reading.

Warm baths and showers. Ahhhhhh....what would I do without access to hot water?

Paying attention to what stresses me and if I can stop doing it, stop doing it. Online communication sometimes stresses me out, usually it is best for me then to just turn off the computer. And physically sometimes I can't deal with looking at a monitor, makes headaches worse.

Remembering the basics: water, food, sleep.

Paying close attention to how I talk to myself. Important to not make mountains out of molehills and also to practice self soothing skills. Yeah it is not fair that I'm sick etc etc but so it goes. This too will pass or at least get different.

Hang out with cats, a friend has 4 wonderful cats that are such a treat to be with. Unfortunately I do have allergies but can usually spend some time with them before I get too stuffed up. The cats are warm, purring, attentive, and they want to me stay seated!

Exercise when I can.

Let things be simple and choose relaxing distractions.

What is working for you?