This past Sunday at church was a HUGE milestone for me! I was able to stand for the entire worship service! I know this may seem like an odd thing to celebrate, but I have not been able to do this for over a year. The simple task of standing is something I took for…
Category: POTS Posts
POTS Posts contain everything about the daily grind of life with POTS. Here you can find articles and advice about POTS and how to treat it. I hope this helps you on your journey to recovery!
10 Lessons I have Learned My 1st Year With POTS
Receiving any diagnosis of a chronic condition can be life changing. It is a daunting thing to be told you have something there is no cure for. My life was forever changed after I was diagnosed with POTS and I have definitely learned a lot over this past year. Here are the top 10 lessons…
1 Year Ago…
1 year ago today I stood on this stage and led what turned out to be the my last Christmas Eve service. This moment is something I look forward to every year! I am so thankful a band member captured this picture so I can forever remember it! 1 Year Ago This moment was pure…
How to Survive the Holiday Season With POTS
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! There’ll be parties for hosting, marshmallows for toasting, and caroling out in the snow! Those famous words sung by none other than the one and only Andy Williams, definitely ring in the holiday season! Although the holidays are an amazing time of fun, memories, and family visits,…
How To Treat A Cold When You Have POTS
I love the season of fall! The cooler temps and changing leaves are two of my favorite things! However, I don’t love that fall also means it is cold and flu season. The LAST thing you need if you have POTS is the cold or flu! However, if you find yourself with the sniffles this…
What is POTS and How Does It Affect People?
Being told you have a chronic condition like POTS can be a scary thing to hear. It doesn’t matter if you are newly diagnosed or searching for more information. This article is for you! Hopefully, this post can also be helpful to share with your friends and family to explain what you are dealing with….
5 Simple Tasks That Will Change Your Life
Chronic illnesses like POTS can drain you of your energy and make each day a struggle to get through! If you’re like me, you need all the help you can get to jumpstart your day. Here are my 5 simple tasks you can do each day that will change your life! Medical Disclaimer: PotsPosts.com contains general…
Why Alcohol And POTS Should Never Be Mixed
If you have POTS, there are many things you should avoid, like alcohol, to help minimize your symptoms. Today’s post is all about why alcohol and POTS should never be mixed. Sorry to crash your dreams of ordering martinis “shaken, not stirred” like James Bond, but making lifestyle changes like this WILL improve your quality…
POTS Triggers and How To Avoid Them
POTS triggers can happen out of nowhere so it’s important to figure out why. This post is all about POTS triggers and how to avoid them in your life! Disclaimer: this post contains affiliate links and I may receive income made from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Full disclaimer here Medical Disclaimer: PotsPosts.com contains…
How Mental Health Can Make or Break POTS Symptoms
Mental health is a tough topic to discuss but I’m here to tell you, it’s a very important part of your journey with POTS! This post discusses how mental health can make or break POTS symptoms. Disclaimer: this post contains affiliate links and I may receive income made from qualifying purchases at no additional cost…