Living with chronic illness can change our relationships in unexpected ways, revealing who truly supports us and who just plays the part of an ally. While genuine friendships can be a lifeline, performative gestures can leave us feeling misunderstood and unseen. In...
Living with a chronic illness can be life-altering in many ways, and one of the more unexpected shifts can be in your relationships, especially with friends. When you’re newly diagnosed, your priorities, energy levels, and emotional needs can change, but not...
Living with a chronic illness is a journey filled with numerous challenges, not just physical but also emotional and social. One of the most painful experiences for those dealing with persistent health issues is watching friends slowly pull away or even end the...
Today, I want to talk about something that most people tend to keep private – navigating the complexities of love when both partners are living with chronic illness or pain. It’s a journey that requires strength, resilience, and unwavering support, but trust me,...
This post was originally published in September 2022 in honor of IIH Awareness Month. This is an updated version. There are some things about living with IIH that don’t make it into the medical brochures. And as someone who’s been living with idiopathic...
When you live with a chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, or mental health condition, daily life can feel like navigating an invisible battlefield. The challenges we face aren’t always obvious to others, which makes strong, informed allyship crucial....
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.
