Updates from Lynn Dehmlow

Learning to Rest Without Feeling Guilty

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:20:00 CDT

One of the hardest parts of living with a chronic illness isn't always the symptoms.

Sometimes it's the guilt.

The guilt of saying no to something you desperately wanted to do. The guilt of wondering what life might look like if your body worked differently. And the guilt of resting when the world tells you to keep pushing.

In this week's blog, I share what Multiple Sclerosis has taught me about rest, why I've started scheduling it on purpose, and how that one small change is helping me enjoy life more—not less.

Sometimes Self-Care Isn't Glamorous

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:27:00 CDT

Sometimes the most important acts of self-care aren't the ones we enjoy—they're the ones we've been avoiding.

This week, I'm sharing why giving ourselves grace sometimes means doing the things that protect our future health, even when they aren't glamorous. Because caring for yourself today is a gift your future self will thank you for.

What Acceptance Really Looks Like

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 11:01:00 CDT

When people talk about acceptance, they often imagine reaching a place where you’re completely at peace with everything that has happened.

I have learned that acceptance is much messier than that.

Acceptance isn’t a destination you arrive at once and for all. It often shifts from day to day, asking us to make room for uncertainty, change, and emotions that don’t always fit neatly together. It’s learning how to carry both grief and gratitude at the same time.

In this week’s blog, I’m sharing some of the realities of living with chronic illness, the unexpected lessons it has taught me, and why acceptance looks very different than I once imagined.

Why So Many Women Feel Exhausted — and What Actually Helps

Thu, 21 May 2026 11:18:00 CDT

Feeling exhausted no matter how much sleep you get? You’re not alone. In this week’s blog, I’m talking about the kind of fatigue that comes from stress overload and nervous system burnout — and the simple, realistic things that actually help. From hydration and rest to gentle movement, nourishment, and slowing down, this is your reminder that wellness does not have to be complicated… and exhaustion is not a moral failure. One small change at a time.

Simple Ways We Transition into Summer Wellness

Thu, 21 May 2026 10:34:28 CDT

Summer wellness doesn’t have to mean overhauling your life or chasing perfect routines. In this post, I’m sharing the simple ways we transition into summer wellness here in Wisconsin — from hydration tips and outdoor movement to easy seasonal swaps, DIY bug spray, cooling sprays, and creating habits that actually fit real life. Because sometimes the healthiest changes are the small, consistent ones that help you enjoy the season a little more.

Learning to Listen to Your Body - And the Importance of Self-Care

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:23:00 CDT

When Your Body Stops Playing by the Old Rules

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:39:00 CDT

Wouldn’t it be nice if life worked like a puzzle?

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 17:50:00 CDT

Life doesn’t work like a puzzle — and thank goodness, because I’d still be trying to force the pieces to fit. In this post, I reflect on control, faith, falling short, and the small grounding practices that help me come back to myself when life feels overwhelming.

5-Minute Energy Boosters for Busy (or Tired) Days

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 14:00:00 CDT

Your December Energy Survival Guide

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:40:00 CDT