How Mental Health Support Changed My Journey
“I couldn’t just ‘bounce back’ because my condition wouldn’t allow it. Living with chronic illness goes beyond what my usual coping strategies and support network can handle.”
Priorities, Perspective, and Projectile Vomiting at the Pharmacy
"I am holding the trashcan on my lap when Chaka Khan starts to sing about female empowerment. I think: “
Sorry, Chaka, but it is not all in me today.”
Doctors, Gaslighting, and Advocacy, Oh My!
“No matter how well you prepare you can’t guarantee that every doctor’s visit will go smoothly, but you can promise yourself not to suffer in silence. Advocate for yourself and for those that feel they can’t.”
Community and the Chronic Version of Me
“As my illness has progressed, I've had to adjust to new limitations and learn to communicate what can be expected from this current version of me.”