Every ninja has their tools—and these are mine. This list is packed with the go-to gadgets, game-changers, and everyday lifesavers that help me survive (and sometimes thrive) with chronic illness. From mobility hacks to hydration heroes and self-care...
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Energy Management Tools (Spoons & Stars!)
Organization
Gardening
Gaming/Cards
Books
Energy Management Tools (Spoons & Stars!)
Flaredown is a beautifully simple app built by patients, for patients. It helps you track symptoms, flares, medications, moods, triggers, and treatments all in one place. You can spot patterns over time and better advocate for yourself at appointment...
Flaredown - Decode your chronic illness
What It Is: A guided planner system originally made for cancer recovery, with mental-health, sleep, and anxiety modules.
📒 Includes free PDFs & app-free downloads.
Why It’s Ninja-Worthy: Keeps spoons in check even when energy’s low. Great for fl...
CanPlan Cancer Planner
Why It’s in the Stash: Fast hydration for POTS, crashes, and low-spoon days. Bonus: Zero-waste goals & global giveback. Hydrate like a ninja.
Liquid I.V.
Why it’s in the Ninja Stash:
Music is medicine—these tracks get it. Whether you’re crying in bed, taking your meds, or powering through a flare, these songs are emotional armor. Perfect for mental regulation, expression, and letting it out safely.
Lady Fines Fashion Brand | Adaptive Clothing
Helpful for disability
Disability products
Why They Matter: Pocket-sized boosts for when words fail. Easiest self-care redo on a low-spoon day. Print–cut–stick into your planner or kit.
Printable Bad Day Cards
Why it’s a Ninja Secret Weapon:
Medical-friendly: warm and accessible during infusions.
Stylish + discreet: looks like regular clothes, feels like self-care.
Empowerment built-in: gives you control, dignity, and comfort on treatment days.
Adaptive Clothing - BeWell
Why it’s Ninja-Approved:
From mindfulness to emotional care, Be Well offers tools to center yourself on low-capacity days. A beautiful mix of affirmations, breathing practices, and mini-reset guides that work with your body—not against it.
Spoon Theory: How Counting Spoons May Help You Manage Chronic Illness
It’s my go-to for instant joint and muscle support Easy to apply, stays put through the day, and helps me keep moving even on my most symptom-heavy days.
KT Tape Original Cotton Elastic Kinesiology 20ct
It’s my spoonie-friendly treat maker just freeze the bowl, add your mix, and in 20 minutes you’ve got a single-serve ice cream, sorbet, or frozen yogurt with almost zero effort or cleanup. Perfect for when I need a little sweetness without overdoing ...
DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker (Aqua) - 2 Bowls
Its compact glass bowl and versatile functions mean I can whip up perfectly crisp veggies, proteins, or snacks with minimal effort and the dishwasher-safe parts make cleanup a breeze on my low-energy days.
Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Glass Air Fryer 4QT
The variety of compartment sizes keeps my meals perfectly portioned, the airtight, leak-proof lids mean no spills in my bag, and the durable glass is microwave-, freezer-, and dishwasher-safe;so prepping and cleaning up take almost zero spoons.
Bayco 9 Pack Glass Meal Prep Containers
Organization
Spicerack
Roysili Magnetic Spice Rack For Refrigerator
Juice Containers
12 Clear 8 oz. Plastic Juice Bottles w/ Cap
Cabinet storage
Vtopmart 4 Pack 2 Tier Under Sink Organizers
Yarn Storage
HOMEST Crochet Bag Organizer, Yarn Storage
Face
La Roche-Posay Skincare, Sunscreen, Body Lotion Official Site
If you're looking to level up your home organization game, The Home Edit product line is a total game-changer. From clear stackable bins to sleek drawer inserts and labels that actually make sense, these tools make organizing feel less like a chore a...
Shop Collection | Storage Solutions for an Organized Home
Why You’ll Use It: It’s like the ninja manual for navigating tough days print once and use forever. Add it to a SpoonieNinja™ parent binder or kit and boom wizardry accomplished.
Gregory Maguire’s novels, including Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister, Mirror Mirror, Lost, and The Wicked Complete Collection, are must-reads for fans of imaginative retellings. He masterfully reimagines classic tales with rich storytelling, deep ch...
The Wicked Years Complete Collection
Gregory Maguire’s novels, including Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister, Mirror Mirror, Lost, and The Wicked Complete Collection, are must-reads for fans of imaginative retellings. He masterfully reimagines classic tales with rich storytelling, deep ch...
Lost: A Novel
Gregory Maguire’s novels, including Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister, Mirror Mirror, Lost, and The Wicked Complete Collection, are must-reads for fans of imaginative retellings. He masterfully reimagines classic tales with rich storytelling, deep ch...
Mirror Mirror: A Novel
Gregory Maguire’s novels, including Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister, Mirror Mirror, Lost, and The Wicked Complete Collection, are must-reads for fans of imaginative retellings. He masterfully reimagines classic tales with rich storytelling, deep ch...
Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister
If you're looking for a powerful read on discipline, resilience, and the mindset of a warrior, The Warrior Ethos by Steven Pressfield is a must-read. It dives into the principles of courage, perseverance, and honor, making it an inspiring book for an...