battle Archives – Emma Reed

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10 Endometriosis Facts That Sufferers Want You To Know About

Posted on February 2, 2017November 11, 2024 by Emma Reed

Before I begin I want to say that I am not an endometriosis sufferer. I am, however, directly affected by this disease because my sister was diagnosed with it 4 years ago. I have witnessed the condition taking its effect on her body over the years. I have seen her in pain and discomfort. I have supported her through 5 operations and seen it take so much from her but then watched as she has battled back… more so in the last year.

The disease itself is a frustrating one.

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Inspirational Stories Week Three: Jen McGrath- Pole Fitness Instructor

Posted on December 7, 2016November 10, 2024 by Emma Reed

Inspirational stories: Many of us have them but may not even realise how important they truly are or are too modest to shout it from the roof-tops. Successes should be shared and enjoyed, especially when certain hurdles or obstacles have had to be overcome to get there. Your story could help others reach their full potential. For this reason, I wanted to find some truly inspiring people who have a story that needs to be told. Each week I will bring you a different story with a different angle but one that you will just have to read.

This week’s story comes from Jen McGrath who battles an invisible illness every day but that hasn’t stopped her from pursuing her passion for pole fitness.

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Inspirational Stories Week Two: Samantha Reynolds- SamSpaces

Posted on November 30, 2016November 10, 2024 by Emma Reed

This week’s story comes from Samantha Reynolds who, after battling Cancer, set up her mentoring service, SamSpaces.

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PMS:The Monthly Battle

Posted on August 12, 2016February 3, 2026 by Emma Reed

PMS or pre-menstrual syndrome is a term we have all heard since puberty but do you really know how deep the effects can go? Most people joke about PMS making someone cranky just before their period and to be completely honest this is all I ever thought it meant too. How wrong I was…

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