There's More to the Story: a blog about LIFE, chronic illness, and Mental Health

I’m the loud and relentless "patient" voice and advocate they warned you about. I happen to have type 1 diabetes, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid issues, asthma, allergies, lactose intolerance (and more), but there’s more to story.

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I Hear You. I See You. (#HighRiskCovid19 Thoughts)

March 18, 2020March 18, 2020 / mindybartleson / 3 Comments

I hear you. I see you. Your words are deafening. You silence speaks volumes. Your actions are telling. I hear your comments- "I'll be fine. I'm not high risk. I don't have to worry""Let's break quarantine""It's just the flu""I'll be fine- why stop my life" I hear you in your conference rooms. I hear the … Continue reading I Hear You. I See You. (#HighRiskCovid19 Thoughts)

Depo Shot Week 1: Take that PCOS & Endometriosis- I hope?

February 18, 2020 / mindybartleson / 2 Comments

Trying something else when it comes the PCOS and endometriosis issues- the Depo-Provera shot.

Sex, Chronic Illness, and Mental Health: Changing it up with PCOS and Endometriosis

September 6, 2018September 7, 2018 / mindybartleson / 2 Comments

The next post in "Sex, Chronic Illness, and Mental Health" is all about PCOS and endometriosis.

When Your Darkest Moments are Tied to Your Period

May 24, 2018 / mindybartleson / 3 Comments

It’s dark. It's always dark no matter what time of day. My music is turned up and my headphones are in so I can try to escape into the lyrics. I’m hunched against the door of the bathroom feeling the cool tile floor against my feet while I’m hugging my legs to my body trying … Continue reading When Your Darkest Moments are Tied to Your Period

Getting Back in Shape with Diabetes

April 19, 2018 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

I’ve had to do a lot of getting back into shape- which with diabetes- can be an adventure!

It took me a few stumbles, but I had to push myself to not push myself too hard when getting back into shape.

(The One with the) PCOS and Endometriosis Flare Up

November 30, 2017November 30, 2017 / mindybartleson / 1 Comment

I’m curled up on the sidelines with my tips and tricks to get by while cheering on the birth control to defeat my body. Yes- in this weird twisted set up…. All I want is for my body to lose to the medication in this constant battle- this battle of chaotic and painful periods. My … Continue reading (The One with the) PCOS and Endometriosis Flare Up

Dear Teenage Mindy, I Need to Talk to You About Your Period

October 25, 2017 / mindybartleson / 4 Comments

There's so much I wish I could tell you and stop you from experiencing when it comes to your period.

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I do not have any kind of medical degree (science and math are not my thing). My views are also my own and do not reflect where I work or any groups I am involved in. This is not medical or psycho-social advice. Please consult your doctor. Everyone also has different stories. experiences, and views. Please respect those- including mine. Thanks!- Mindy Bartleson

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