Have you ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of your chronic illness alone? Like no one quite gets it—no matter how hard they try? It’s a feeling most of us know a little too well. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to do this alone. Building a chronic illness...
When you live with chronic illness, the idea of “quality family time” can feel a bit complicated. You want to be present with your people—whoever they are—but your body has other plans. Fatigue, pain, brain fog, or sensory overwhelm can quickly turn a fun afternoon...
When I was first diagnosed with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH), I felt completely lost. I was handed a medical label but given no real guidance on what to expect or how to cope. There were no resources for what my life might look like now, no clear...
This post was originally published in August 2022 and has been updated for September 2026, Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Awareness Month, with a fresh structure and more detail. Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) is a neurological condition caused by...
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.
