Grieving Your Old Life: The Loss No One Sees

When you live with an invisible disability, the grief you carry isn’t always about what people expect. It’s not just about a diagnosis—it’s about losing the version of yourself you used to be. The one who could move freely, live spontaneously, and exist without constantly planning around symptoms or limitations.

In this episode, Heather dives deep into the silent grief so many in the invisible disability community face—the loss that comes without a funeral, without casseroles, and without recognition. She shares why this grief is valid, how it can show up in unexpected ways, and why acknowledging it is a critical step toward healing.

If you’ve ever looked back at your old life and felt the ache of what’s gone, this conversation is for you. You are not alone. Your grief is real. And your story matters.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The hidden nature of grief with invisible disabilities
• Why this grief often goes unrecognized by others
• The emotional toll of losing abilities, independence, and identity
• How to honor and process this unique kind of loss
• Why you are still whole—right here, right now
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