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Resources for Chronic Pain, Chronic Illness & Mental Wellness
Support for individuals with chronic pain, chronic illness, invisible disabilities, and mental health challenges.
At Seeking Serenity and Harmony, our mission is to provide tools that support daily living, emotional well-being, and whole-person resilience. Below is a curated list of trusted resources for you, your family, and your support team.
Daily Living Support & Adaptive Tools
Energy & Fatigue Management
Spoon Theory—A simple way to explain limited energy.
Flaredown App – Track symptoms, triggers, and patterns.
The Mighty App – Community stories and support for chronic illness.
Accessible Tools for Home
Adaptive kitchen tools
Reachers, jar openers, ergonomic handles
Shower stools, grab bars
Voice-controlled devices (Alexa/Google) for low-energy days
Budget-friendly meal support (GF-friendly options available)
Organization & Task Management
Tiimo Visual Scheduling App – Great for brain fog and ADHD
Chronic Pain Resources
Apps & Programs
Curable App – Pain science + mind-body strategies
Books & Education
Explain Pain – Understanding the pain response
The Pain Management Workbook – Toolbox for building resilience
Movement & Gentle Exercise
Walk at Home Program (low-impact)
Beginner Tai Chi
Aqua therapy (often offered at community centers)
Chronic Illness & Invisible Disability Support
Condition-Specific Organizations
Celiac Disease Foundation
Ehlers-Danlos Society
Lupus Foundation of America
National Fibromyalgia Association
Dysautonomia International (POTS)
Peer Support & Community
The Mighty
Inspire Health Communities
Reddit groups (r/chronicillness, r/invisibledisability, r/fibro, etc.)
Workplace & Disability Rights
JAN – Job Accommodation Network (free accommodation consulting)
ADA.gov – Know your rights
Ticket to Work Program
Books
Gluten Free Living With Less Stress
Mental Health & Trauma Supports
Therapy & Professional Support
BetterHelp / Talkspace
Local NAMI Chapters
Trauma-Informed Support:
CPTSD Foundation
Local trauma clinicians
TBRI-informed resources for caregivers
Self-Help Tools
Calm / Headspace Apps
Aloe Bud – Gentle self-care reminders
Finch Self-Care App – Fun, personalized emotional support
DBT Skills Workbooks – Emotional regulation tools
Recommended Reads
The Body Keeps the Score (trauma + healing)
Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving
Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle
Executive Function, ADHD & Brain Fog Tools
Todoist – Simple task and reminder system
Tiimo – Visual scheduling for cognitive overload
How to Keep House While Drowning (KC Davis) – Compassionate approach to daily tasks
Gentle body-double videos for motivation (YouTube/FocusMate)
Financial & Practical Assistance
Health & Medication Support
GoodRx – Medication discounts
NeedyMeds – Prescription and medical financial aid
FQHC Clinics – Low-cost medical, dental, and mental health care
Household & Life Assistance
Community Action Agencies (heat, housing, utilities)
SNAP, WIC, LIHEAP
Local disability resource centers
Vocational Rehabilitation
Family, Caregiver & Childhood Trauma Resources
Child Mind Institute
National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention)
The Whole-Brain Child (for emotional development)
Foster care and trauma-informed parenting guides
Downloadable Guides & Tools
(Coming soon to SeekingSerenityAndHarmony.com)
✔ Chronic Illness Daily Planner
✔ Low-Spoons Cleaning Checklist
✔ Gentle Routines Workbook
✔ Mindful Moments for Tough Days
✔ Serenity & Harmony Mental Wellness Toolkit
Since my niche focuses on serenity, harmony, and reducing shame, judgment, and stigma around mental health, here are some leaders and influencers from whom you can draw inspiration:
1. Brené Brown (Shame & Vulnerability Researcher)
Why? She focuses on shame resilience, vulnerability, and self-compassion—topics directly related to your mission.
Where to Follow? Books (Daring Greatly, The Gifts of Imperfection), TED Talks, and her podcast Unlocking Us.
2. Glennon Doyle (Author, Activist, Mental Health Advocate)
Why? She speaks openly about mental health struggles, parenting, and overcoming societal expectations, which aligns with your focus on breaking stigma.
Where to Follow? Books (Untamed), Podcast (We Can Do Hard Things), and social media.
3. Nedra Glover Tawwab (Therapist & Boundary Expert)
Why? She emphasizes mental health, boundaries, and emotional well-being, which can be useful in your coaching and community-building.
Where to Follow? Instagram (@nedratawwab), books (Set Boundaries, Find Peace).
4. Sarah Wilson (Author & Mental Health Advocate)
Why? She writes about anxiety, minimalism, and self-acceptance—topics that could be valuable for your community.
Where to Follow? Books (First, We Make the Beast Beautiful), blog, and social media.
5. Jon Kabat-Zinn (Mindfulness & Meditation Expert)
Why? His work in mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) aligns with serenity and harmony principles.
Where to Follow? Books (Wherever You Go, Ther help finding collaboration opportunities or networking with similar-minded professionals?
e You Are), meditation courses, and YouTube.
6. Mel Robbins (Motivational Speaker & Habit Coach)
Why? She teaches simple, practical strategies for overcoming fear and procrastination—helpful for Serenity Seekers.
Where to Follow? Books (The 5 Second Rule), YouTube, and her podcast.
Need Personalized Support?
If you’re navigating chronic pain, chronic illness, trauma, or overwhelm, I offer:
Serenity Accountability Coaching
Chronic-Illness-Informed Support
Trauma-sensitive tools and resources
Personalized wellness planning
You don’t have to walk this journey alone.
Reach out anytime.