Dear Sweetest Ray: A Letter to My Younger SelfDear sweetest Ray, I am writing you from the future. Technically, I’m not supposed to write to you, but I can’t help...reactionscomments
Where Do I Start? How to Share Your RLS Story“I want to share my story, but don’t know how to start…” If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. We’ve heard...reactionscomments
Reflecting on My First YearOn November 17th, 2020, I was approached to be a writer for this restless legs syndrome (RLS) community, and before Christmas that...reactionscomments
Driving Mrs. Ray: RLS Twitches and Why I Don't DriveWhen I was in grade 8, I had just entered high school (side note: I'm Canadian). One of the things done in...reactionscomments
Heart Issues Complicating RLSSix years ago, I ended up having my right atrium damaged due to the constant starting and stopping of strong painkillers and...reactionscomments
How I Got My Groove BackBy groove, I mean quality of life – something very important. Now, it's very important to set the stage. In 2013, I...reactionscomments
The Scariest Day of My Life Caused RLS Pains for DaysFebruary 6, 2021, was one of the scariest days of my life, and it ended up causing restless legs syndrome pain for...reactionscomments
Periodic Limb Movement of SleepI didn't know that more than 80 percent of people who suffer from restless legs syndrome (RLS) also suffer at night with...reactionscomments
The Hunt for a Shower SeatAbout 8 years ago, my husband and I had to shower together to save money. I am super grateful that we did...reactionscomments
'And We're Walking' – Overcoming Dread to Go for a Solo WalkYes, I love Stargate. This article is going to be a little bit different than what I've usually been doing. I am...reactionscomments
Why I Practice Self-Care DailyNow I am sure most of you have heard about practicing self-care when you are living with a disease (or more, in...reactionscomments
The Most Frustrating Thing About My RLS Is Its PersistenceIn the past, a lot of things frustrated me about restless legs syndrome (RLS). My primary frustration was how insanely intense it...reactionscomments
My Restless Legs Syndrome JourneyI’ve had fibromyalgia since I was 20 years old, so I knew what restless legs syndrome (RLS) was. I have researched fibromyalgia...reactionscomments
RLS in a Heatwave SummerI read from restless legs syndrome (RLS) groups that RLS can be worse in either extreme temperatures: hot or cold. For some...reactions8comments
Juggling Multiple Chronic Illnesses and Medications With an RLS DiagnosisIt didn't take long for me to realize I have a few medical conditions that complicate or trigger restless legs syndrome (RLS)...reactions3comments
Whether the Weather, There Are ChallengesI have written before about the different challenges summer and winter bring to my RLS. However, now that I'm on pregabalin, some...reactions13comments
The Reason WhyWhen I was asked to recount the effects RLS has on me, my life, and the world around me, I questioned why...reactionscomments
Exercise Tips That Help With Restless Legs SyndromeRestless legs syndrome (RLS) causes leg discomfort that worsens with inactivity. There is no cure for RLS, so treatments are aimed at...reactions4comments
What to Know About Medical Marijuana and Restless Legs SyndromeRestless legs syndrome (RLS) is a treatable neurologic disorder that can affect your sleep. It affects 3 to 15 percent of the...reactionscomments
Embracing Changes in Lifestyle and Habits I have just separated from my common-law spouse of 25 years. It is a new beginning in many ways for me. A...reactionscomments
