THE SOULAJMAN.LIFE BLOG
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Stories, education, holistic healing guidance, and reflections for people navigating HS, chronic illness, inflammation, identity, and self-reclamation.
Uncovered: An HS Warrior Story
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Uncovered: Softness after survival. The Leia Al...
I was 18 years old when I first realized something wasn’t right. I developed painful lesions in one of the most vulnerable areas of my body and sought medical help,...
2 commentsUncovered: Softness after survival. The Leia Al...
I was 18 years old when I first realized something wasn’t right. I developed painful lesions in one of the most vulnerable areas of my body and sought medical help,...
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Uncovered: Peeling Back the Hidradenitis Suppur...
In the first installment of Uncovered, Whitney shares her deeply personal journey living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa for over two decades without answers, health insurance, or proper support. From years of...
Uncovered: Peeling Back the Hidradenitis Suppur...
In the first installment of Uncovered, Whitney shares her deeply personal journey living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa for over two decades without answers, health insurance, or proper support. From years of...
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Your turn to be Uncovered
Uncovered: An HS Warrior Story is a space dedicated to sharing the real, raw experiences of people living with HS. This is an ongoing series, and we are honored to tell...
Your turn to be Uncovered
Uncovered: An HS Warrior Story is a space dedicated to sharing the real, raw experiences of people living with HS. This is an ongoing series, and we are honored to tell...
Knowledge is Power
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5 Tiny Habits That Help Ease My HS Symptoms!
Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) sometimes feels like juggling flaming swords while walking barefoot on Legos. The pressure to fix everything overnight? Exhausting and overwhelming, making it hard to even...
5 Tiny Habits That Help Ease My HS Symptoms!
Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) sometimes feels like juggling flaming swords while walking barefoot on Legos. The pressure to fix everything overnight? Exhausting and overwhelming, making it hard to even...
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A Boil(klou), a Cyst, or Something More? Your Q...
Think it’s just a boil? It could be Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Learn the difference between boils, cysts, and HS, why they leak or keep coming back, plus safe home remedies to...
A Boil(klou), a Cyst, or Something More? Your Q...
Think it’s just a boil? It could be Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Learn the difference between boils, cysts, and HS, why they leak or keep coming back, plus safe home remedies to...
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Breaking Stigmas, Embracing Sexy: The HSXY Move...
When you think of the word 'sexy,' what comes to mind? Flawless skin? Perfect curves? The media has done a great job of convincing us that sexy means looking a...
Breaking Stigmas, Embracing Sexy: The HSXY Move...
When you think of the word 'sexy,' what comes to mind? Flawless skin? Perfect curves? The media has done a great job of convincing us that sexy means looking a...
Healing with Food (Nutrition)
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Nightshade-Free Chimichurri
If you’ve been following my journey, you already know that managing inflammation from Hidradenitis Suppurativa isn’t just about what we avoid, it’s also about what we add. Today, I’m sharing one...
Nightshade-Free Chimichurri
If you’ve been following my journey, you already know that managing inflammation from Hidradenitis Suppurativa isn’t just about what we avoid, it’s also about what we add. Today, I’m sharing one...
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Drink Your Way to Less Inflammation: My Go-To H...
If you live with Hidradenitis Suppurativa, you know the pain of flares all too well. You’ve probably tried every cream, ointment, and soak under the sun. But what if part...
Drink Your Way to Less Inflammation: My Go-To H...
If you live with Hidradenitis Suppurativa, you know the pain of flares all too well. You’ve probably tried every cream, ointment, and soak under the sun. But what if part...
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Wait... Tomatoes Are the Problem? A Real Talk A...
Discover how nightshades like tomatoes and peppers may trigger HS flares and how to make flavorful, flare-friendly swaps that support your healing.
Wait... Tomatoes Are the Problem? A Real Talk A...
Discover how nightshades like tomatoes and peppers may trigger HS flares and how to make flavorful, flare-friendly swaps that support your healing.
Mindful Self-Care
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When Stress Ignites HS: Taming Flares with Real...
Let’s be honest, we all know stress is a beast. But if you're living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa, you know it's a whole different kind of beast, one that doesn't just...
When Stress Ignites HS: Taming Flares with Real...
Let’s be honest, we all know stress is a beast. But if you're living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa, you know it's a whole different kind of beast, one that doesn't just...
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Naked, Healing, and Unbothered: How a Korean Sp...
Discover how Korean spas (jjimjilbangs) can support your healing journey with Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Learn the benefits, precautions, and my personal experience of finding body acceptance and relief through spa rituals.
Naked, Healing, and Unbothered: How a Korean Sp...
Discover how Korean spas (jjimjilbangs) can support your healing journey with Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Learn the benefits, precautions, and my personal experience of finding body acceptance and relief through spa rituals.
Holistic Healing Practices
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The Hidradenitis Suppurativa Herbal Connection ...
Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa teaches you one thing real fast: your skin has its own language. It often feels like a constant battle with your own skin. If you’re reading...
The Hidradenitis Suppurativa Herbal Connection ...
Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa teaches you one thing real fast: your skin has its own language. It often feels like a constant battle with your own skin. If you’re reading...
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The CPC Ritual®: My 3-Step Holistic System for ...
In my desperate search for relief, I used to try lancing them myself at home. Sometimes it helped… but many times it didn’t. Sometimes the flare wasn’t ready. Sometimes nothing...
The CPC Ritual®: My 3-Step Holistic System for ...
In my desperate search for relief, I used to try lancing them myself at home. Sometimes it helped… but many times it didn’t. Sometimes the flare wasn’t ready. Sometimes nothing...
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Is Your Laundry Detergent Making Your Hidradeni...
If you live with Hidradenitis Suppurativa aka Acne Inversa aka HS, you already know you have to be a detective about your skin. You track diet, stress, hormones, and clothing...
Is Your Laundry Detergent Making Your Hidradeni...
If you live with Hidradenitis Suppurativa aka Acne Inversa aka HS, you already know you have to be a detective about your skin. You track diet, stress, hormones, and clothing...