Bless the Meds

Pain Management and Mindfulness Tips from One Chronic Pain Warrior to Another

De: Cristie Vito

Narrado por: Devin Miller

Learning to adapt to life after being diagnosed with chronic pain and illness is extremely difficult.

Life as you knew it, along with your hopes and dreams for your life, literally gets turned upside down in an instant.

This comes with a lot of deep complicated emotions from grief, sadness, anger, frustration to living in a constant state of uncertainty and stress.

Most people assume that if you get sick, a medical professional like Dr. House will work endlessly until they have answers and a cure so you can go back to living the life you used to know.

Unfortunately, most people living with chronic pain don’t get answers to what the root of the problem is, let alone get a clear line of treatment.

And getting a cure is as likely as winning the lottery!

This book might be right for you if you live in chronic pain and have been told any of the following:

• To just drink more water, try yoga or suggest losing some weight
• Have been told by doctors and medical professionals that your pain is psychosomatic and that you should see a psychologist (because it's easier to blame anxiety than admit they have no idea)
• A well-meaning friend who says “as least you don’t have cancer”; thinking that is somehow a comfort to living in constant 24/7 pain

This is not your typical pain management book; like you, Cristie is a chronic pain warrior and had to learn the hard way how to navigate broken health care systems in order to find ways to manage her pain.

She was born with a rare genetic connective tissue disorder called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, however did not get an actual diagnosis until her mid-30’s.

In addition, she lives with a number of autoimmune conditions including Inflammatory Bowel Disease, in which she underwent life-saving ileostomy surgery to remove her entire colon.

©2024, 2025 Cristie Vito (P)2025 Lucky Book Publishing

Powerful account of life with chronic pain

Cristie Vito gives a deeply moving accounting of living life while suffering with Chronic Pain. Eye opening and heartbreaking to really understand the difficulty of what these people struggle with daily.

I know someone who struggles with this but never really understood how horrible it was until I listened to this book. Important work and very well written. Even though I don't suffer with it, victims of it and caretakers will benefit greatly. Highly recommended.

Felt Like Someone Got What I’m Dealing With

Living with chronic pain can feel isolating, especially when people don’t understand what it’s like day to day. This book felt like it was written by someone who’s been there. It didn’t try to sell me on some miracle cure—it gave honest, practical ways to cope, and reminded me it’s okay to rely on meds and mindfulness. I’ve already started using a couple of the tips during my flare-ups, and they’ve helped me feel a little more grounded. If you’re tired of advice from people who’ve never lived it, this feels like support from someone who truly gets it.

soft and comforting insight

Living with chronic pain can feel isolating, but this one reminded me I’m not the only one figuring it out day by day. The raw honesty about meds, frustration, and finding little moments of peace hit hard. The mindfulness tips were easy to try without feeling like more work. Definitely worth listening to if you’re feeling worn down and need a boost

Finding New Options

This audiobook was a great find as I was having some health issues and was looking for some new options to better cope. The author revealed her coping journey and in the process had tried or researched almost everything. By listening I now feel like I have a friend who dished on what I’m hopeful will help me as well.

Excellent!

It's always easier to get advice from someone who actually gets it! I can't tell you how alone I have felt trying to find answers while also seeking some kind of relief from the constant pain. I knew early on that I wasn't going to get answers from medical professionals so I started looking for alternatives and found this audiobook. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is suffering daily from pain.

helped my husband feel heard for once

I got this for my husband who deals with chronic pain daily, and he actually thanked me twice. He said it didn’t feel preachy, just real and relatable. We listened together, and even I picked up a few tips on how to support him better. It sparked a really good conversation we hadn’t had before.

Easy to Follow

Oh, wow, this audiobook really resonated with me. I can totally relate to what the author went through, and it made me feel so understood. The narrator's voice was super clear and easy to follow, and she really made me feel the tough stuff of living with chronic pain. It's not like other books; it's like a friend talking to you, sharing real-life tips. This performance made me tear up, but it also made me feel less alone. The audio quality was top-notch, too!

Raw and real

Cristie’s personal journey—from years of being undiagnosed to finally learning how to live with and manage Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and autoimmune disease—is both heartbreaking and inspiring. She offers hope without sugarcoating the reality, and her insights into the failures of the healthcare system are something every chronic illness warrior will relate to.

Honest and Encouraging!

Living with chronic pain can feel isolating, but this book really spoke to what I’ve been going through. It didn’t offer unrealistic fixes—just honest tips and encouragement from someone who clearly gets it. I appreciated the mix of practical advice and mindfulness ideas I could actually use. It made me feel less alone and more in control of how I handle my pain day-to-day. If you're dealing with similar struggles, this book is a comforting and helpful read.

A Warm Companion Resource

As someone who’s lived with chronic arthritis and persistent joint pain, especially in my neck, for years, Bless the Meds felt like a warm, understanding companion. The author’s personal story really resonated with me, and it was such a comfort to feel seen and understood. I especially appreciated the insights into the brain’s role in processing pain and the gentle suggestions for alternative approaches to relief. This audiobook reminded me I’m not alone, and that small mindset shifts can bring real peace on the hardest days.