When I was first diagnosed with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH), I thought the key to maintaining some sense of normalcy was learning how to manage my time better. If I could just plan my days more efficiently, schedule my tasks in the right order, and make...
Living with a chronic illness often feels like life is pulling you along for the ride, but it doesn’t have to be that way. What if you could take back the reins and create a life that’s not just about surviving but thriving? That’s where personal growth comes in. By...
This post was originally published in August 2022. It has been updated to reflect new insights, additional tips, and an improved format to better support those navigating life with chronic illness. Have you felt like your purpose slipped away? If you’re struggling to...
Living with chronic illness often means walking a fine line between wanting to maintain independence and recognizing when you need help. For many spoonies, the idea of asking for support can bring up feelings of guilt or fear of being a burden. This internal struggle...
For those of us living with chronic illness, we all know it’s not just about having good days or bad days. There’s a common belief that positivity can be a cure-all for the challenges we face. But what happens when positivity turns toxic? In this post, we’ll...
When faced with the daily challenges and uncertainties of managing a chronic health condition, it’s common to feel like you’ve lost control over your life. As the illness dictates your daily routines, limitations, and future plans, it’s easy to feel...
a queer chronic illness blogger and digital resource creator. I make low-pressure tools and compassionate content for chronically ill and disabled folks navigating life with pain and limited energy.
When I’m not creating for The Thriving Spoonie, I’m a spouse to the best partner a spoonie could ask for, and a pet parent to an adorable & anxious rescue pup. You’ll usually find me crocheting, curled up with a library book, or playing cozy PC games—with coffee in hand, always.
