This is a group for peer support of those with fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome and their family members. Mike, the organizer, has been dealing with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue for over ten years, and hopes he can be of service to other people with these conditions. People with chronic pain can find meaning and hope in life by turning their situation into a chance to help other people. Mike feels that coping with chronic pain requires a combination of skills. Pain must be gently …

… Chronic conditions may include: fatigue (CFS), fibromyalgia, muscle pain, sleep problems, depression, postpartum depression, panic attacks, asthma, allergies, migraines, osteoporosis, heartburn, Crohn's, IBS, sciatica, ADD, ADHD, weight gain, type II diabetes, thyroid issues, blood pressure problems, Raynaud's, sub-fertility issues, and many others.

This is a group that meets to support healing, whose members have fibromyalgia/CFS, chronic physical or emotional pain, sleep disorders, and all other issues/symptoms that often accompany fibromyalgia.  WE WANT TO GET BETTER.  Our members are positive thinking and we have fun!

I have decided to start this group because I want to support others coping with chronic pain. I have been dealing with daily migraines, headaches and muscle spasticity for 14 years. Partly due to partial transverse myelitis, fibromyalgia and myofascial pain but much of it is still largely unknown. i have had an intensive meditation practice for nearly 30 years and this has helped me get thru the worst of times. I also do abstract photography to help cope with chronic pain and assist others. The …