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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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.

5 Reasons I Love Solo Travel

March 28, 2017March 31, 2017 / mindybartleson / 1 Comment

I usually say traveling alone. But that sounds lonely. And it absolutely is NOT lonely at all.  So I'll say traveling solo! Personally. I LOVE SOLO TRAVEL. It's my favorite.  I got my first real experience of traveling solo when I studied abroad- specifically for half of my week trip to London and my trip … Continue reading 5 Reasons I Love Solo Travel

Give Yourself Some Credit

January 30, 2017January 30, 2017 / mindybartleson / 9 Comments

Gives myself some credit- easy.... right? Definitely easier said than done... Okay... Give myself some credit. Say it again... Give myself some credit.  anddddd again... Give myself some credit.  Is it sticking yet? How many times do I have to say it? or point out to myself where the credit is due? Or where to … Continue reading Give Yourself Some Credit

We have more advocacy to do

January 24, 2017January 24, 2017 / mindybartleson / 3 Comments

Unfortunately, I couldn’t attend the Boston Women’s March this weekend (you can read about why on my Instagram post). But- seeing all of the involvement really inspired me- oh so much! That plus why I couldn’t go continues to add to my passion about why this- and beyond this is so important. (plus all of … Continue reading We have more advocacy to do

OCD Looks Like a Work in Progress (For Me): a Follow-up

January 18, 2017August 21, 2018 / mindybartleson / 3 Comments

I'm following up to the original post to share what I've been working on and to put people at ease relating to where I'm at and what I'm doing for my OCD.

One of My New Loves- Tresiba!

January 10, 2017April 9, 2017 / mindybartleson / 6 Comments

I learned about Tresiba during the winter of 2015/2016, and I was pretty excited about it. Because of my hoarder’s supply of my former long-acting insulin, I waited until August to switch. It’s been about 5 months since I made the change. I have to say- I’M OBSESSED! Disclaimer time! Please remember I am not … Continue reading One of My New Loves- Tresiba!

But Really- Bring on 2017! Peace out 2016!

December 29, 2016January 16, 2017 / mindybartleson / 1 Comment

To be entirely and COMPLETELY honest- I DREADED reading my post ending 2015 and looking into 2016. BUT- after reading through it- the focus wasn’t YAY 2016! (I mean there were comments… but it wasn’t the main focus) So that made me feel better. Because really- 2016 has been a roller coaster- honestly- kind of … Continue reading But Really- Bring on 2017! Peace out 2016!

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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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