This was originally sent to me as a document entitled “Ten Commandments For Wellbeing”, but, interestingly, I only had to change it a little bit to fit people with Fibro, CFS, and even other invisible disabilities. I guess we just all need the same things to be as well as possible!
1. Thou shalt not be perfect or even try to be. Realistic expectations only!
2. Thou shalt not try to be all things to all people. Save some time for yourself.
3. Thou shalt leave things un-done sometimes.
4. Thou shalt not spread thyself too thin.
5. Thou shalt learn to say, “No”. You can say, “No”, gently and with respect.
6. Thou shalt make time for thine own self and thy support network. Supported people live longer and happier lives.
7. Thou shalt switch off and do nothing – yes, nothing – regularly.
8. Thou shalt be boring, untidy, inelegant and unattractive sometimes – it’s OK.
9. Thou shalt not feel guilty.
10. Thou shalt not be thine own worst enemy. Be kind, gentle and loving towards thyself.
Original source unknown. Adapted by Ricky Buchanan, 2002. If you know the original author, please contact me as I would like to give obtain formal permission and to give proper credit.
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