Carly Findlay

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On being unhappy with my body – not feeling I’m the right size for me.

October 14, 2015 Carly Findlay Leave a Comment

I've written about getting on and falling off the exercise wagon a few times now. Before I met Adam I was really enjoying it. I was committed - getting up early to use the elliptical trainer at the gym, and I loved the changes to my body. I made modifications to suit my skin. And … [Read more...]

appearance activism, appearance diversity, health, Uncategorized

Health blogging, honesty and authenticity.

March 11, 2015 Carly Findlay Leave a Comment

The impostor syndrome haunts me. "Is this my life? Am I really writing and speaking about my passions?", I sometimes ask. Am I qualified? Am I nice enough and a good role model at all times? I keep thinking I'll get caught out. Not that I think have anything to get caught out … [Read more...]

blogging, disability, health, ichthyosis, Uncategorized

What’s love got to do with it? I don’t agree with Sarah Wilson’s idea that self-hatred is making us sick.

November 22, 2014 Carly Findlay Leave a Comment

I have a chronic illness and I love myself sick. Sarah Wilson believes self-hatred is making us sick.Sarah Wilson describes herself as a "blogger, author and wellness coach". She is perhaps best known for her editorship at Cosmopolitan Magazine, host of season one of Masterchef … [Read more...]

health, ichthyosis, ichthyosis awareness, Uncategorized

How I cope with Ichthyosis and working full time.

August 10, 2014 Carly Findlay 7 Comments

A few people with Ichthyosis and disabilities have asked me how I maintain a full time job and how I talk to my managers about my condition. So here's my employment story.I have always wanted to work. I think working is very important. Working has helped me become more confident. … [Read more...]

health, ichthyosis, ichthyosis awareness, Uncategorized

In sickness and in health

July 23, 2014 Carly Findlay 6 Comments

After I came out of hospital earlier this month, Adam would sit on our bed and tuck me in, making sure I was warm. He brought me my antibiotics on time, and breakfast in bed too. He carefully pushed the hair out of my eyes, cupped my face in his hands and kissed me. He would let … [Read more...]

health, ichthyosis, love, Uncategorized

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The material on Tune into Radio Carly is copyright. The writing in this blog is by Carly Findlay unless otherwise stated. Most photos in this blog are by Carly Findlay unless otherwise stated. Please do not reproduce without permission from Carly Findlay. This blog represents my personal opinions and experiences. It does not reflect those of my employers'. The information I provide about ichthyosis is mostly based on personal experiences. Please seek medical advice or counseling before trying any new treatments I've written about. Where stared, I use affiliate links on this blog. By clicking them, I receive a small percentage of the purchase.

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