The backstage of looking healthy: acting with ankylosing spondylitis
“How much dancing will there be in this show..?” That’s one of the first questions that goes through my head when I’m looking for a new acting job. And no, not just because my version of dancing isn’t unlike a toddler’s on a day of high sugar intake. It’s...
My experience with studying and spondyloarthritis
Studying with spondyloarthritis can prove to be challenging in so many ways, however there are some tricks that can make it a little bit easier. I’ve spent my entire time at Uni balancing a social life, uni work and my arthritis – or maybe...
The Intimacy Puzzle
Intimacy and sex are both subjects that often do not get enough attention in the AS or the disability community. I remember feeling overwhelmed and shy, not knowing who I could ask about these subjects as my specialist or family practitioner would say to me that “I...
Things to keep in mind when travelling with ankylosing spondylitis.
Travelling is one of these great things that always leave you with a desire to see more, but with ankylosing spondylitis it can be a bit of a challenge. However, you just have to be a little bit clever about planning your travels, and figuring out what works for you....
Changing life through Zumba!
Life is full of unexpected things. Sometimes the unexpected can change your whole attitude towards the world in a good or a bad way. For me, having to cope with a serious health issue both helped me grow stronger as a person and inspired me to help others. When...Join ASone Community
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