Chelsea Perry

Living with a chronic illness can make everyday activities complicated—even when having set supports in place. From dealing with the hassle of slippery soap bottles, lengthy hair washing sessions, and...

Smoothies have long been a quick and tasty way for me to get in a variety of nutrients in a liquid form. These days, smoothie concoctions have become even more...

I have a confession: that offensive smell of body odor used to be me! I have a long dark history with using deodorant and for that reason, I steered clear...

With the number of times I have heard “You have boils? I get those, too!” you would think that I would be used to receiving this reaction when I share...

Choosing to use my voice to advocate for Hidradenitis Suppurativa awareness has led me to create connections, discover new avenues to share my story, and also be more hyper-focused on...

For me, the new year has always signaled reflective thoughts and the need to create an action plan to ensure future success. For so long it seemed to me that...

When battling chronic illness, the struggle can be real in finding balance between all of our responsibilities in life. Honestly, achieving the perfect balance may be impossible but you can...

My journey to healing in chronic illness is greatly supported by staying organized and tracking my experiences as they happen. The variable nature of my HS means that my flares...

Let’s face it, living with chronic illness can be both mentally and physically taxing for even the most grounded person. Some days, being mindful of my thoughts and remaining present...