Karen Braschuk

Dear Dad

Dear Dad, You have been gone for quite a while. If you are looking down from the heavens, you are probably chuckling at how many times I have talked to your picture hanging on the wall. I still need you Dad, no matter what dimension you may be in right now. I still need your wisdom and strength. I still need you to set me straight about so many things. I need your guidance. Even though I am a grown person, I still need you to... (posted by Karen 2 years 345 days ago.)

How Chronic Pain Can Affect Dating and Relationships - Part 3 - Poor Self-Image, Lack of Trust and Resentment

When the majority of a person's energy is spent battling physical pain on a daily basis, they may also struggle with the concept that someone else could find them truly attractive or worthy of love and attention. This is especially true when it comes to dating and/or maintaining existing romantic relationships. While the physically healthy... (posted by Karen 3 years 254 days ago.)

How Chronic Pain Can Affect Dating and Relationships: A Personal Story - Part 2 - Emotions

When a single person in chronic pain finally takes the plunge into dating and is fortunate enough to establish a relationship with someone who truly understands, there may be many challenging emotions that both parties need to deal with. If these emotions aren't recognized and understood, the relationship won't survive. Most of these feelings are experienced by... (posted by Karen 4 years 156 days ago.)