Post by @mottsworld

I woke up this morning and felt a little pain in my arm, and I could tell it was really inflamed. I was in the bathroom and just felt like I needed to record this moment. Knowing you have a flare coming, and actually being able to feel it coming, can be such a mental battle. You try to prepare yourself, but you never really know what it’s going to do. How much it might expand, how painful it’ll become, when it’ll drain, or how long you’ll be dealing with it. Sometimes you know what to expect, and other times it’s completely unpredictable. Watching this video back, I was proud of myself for speaking my truth and allowing myself to have this moment. Yes, I’m in pain. Yes, I’m uncomfortable. But I’m still going to try my best, pour into myself, and give my body what it needs. So if you’re dealing with a flare right now, give yourself some grace. Listen to your body, take it day by day, and remember that doing what you can is enough. 🤍 #HidradenitisSuppurativa #HSWarrior #HSAwareness #ChronicIllness #skincondition