living with chronic pain is surprisingly common– and yet why do we feel so alone?

in this episode, we’re talking about why living with chronic pain can be such an isolating experience. from navigating my own symptoms with hypermobile ehlers-danlos syndrome to the emotional weight of not being fully understood, i’m opening up about the parts of chronic pain that people don’t always see.

we get into why getting diagnosed can feel unexpectedly lonely (and what the research says about it), plus the realities of living with chronic pain in your 20s– when your life doesn’t look the way you thought it would. i also talk about what it’s like to manage chronic pain alongside chronic illness, and how it can impact your relationships, social life, and sense of identity.

toward the end, i share three gentle, realistic ways to support your mental health when you’re in pain– especially on the days that feel the hardest.

if you’ve ever felt alone in your pain, this episode is for you. your experience is real, and you deserve support 🤍

topics (with timestamps):

00:21 my symptoms hypermobile ehlers-danlos syndrome

03:24 how chronic pain can be an isolating experience

07:50 why getting diagnosed can feel lonely (& what the research says)

12:17 the realities of living with chronic pain in your 20s

14:13 having chronic pain along with chronic illness

18:52 how chronic pain affects your social life & identity

20:17 three ways to help your mental health when you’re in pain

mentioned resources:

⚡️cdc research

⚡️chronic pain study

⚡️women & chronic pain

⚡️people of color & chronic pain

⚡️mental health resources

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your 20s are supposed to be the “best years of your life”… so what happens when you’re navigating chronic illness at the same time?🪫

in this episode, i’m talking about parts of being chronically ill in your 20s that no one really prepares you for. i open up about comparing myself to other people, balancing my relationships and my chronic illnesses, dealing with anxiety, and being intentional with my (limited) energy.

plus, i give my take on setting goals and making timelines when your body is unpredictable— and the self-love mindset that’s helped me navigate my diagnoses🤍

if you’re chronically ill in your 20s, this episode is for you. you’re not behind and you’re not alone.

topics (with timestamps):

00:00 intro

01:24 symptom flares & feeling misunderstood

05:48 being chronically ill in your 20s

07:56 finding your identity & comparing yourself to others

10:27 relationships: being intentional & dealing with anxiety

21:44 setting goals & making timelines

25:18 my self-love mindset

26:37 outro

connect with me:

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🪫⁠anonymous form (share your story!)⁠

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a little note: if you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review—it helps more people find the show!

disclaimer: the information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. the host is not a licensed medical professional.

always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, medications, or health routines.

this is officially the very first episode of the low battery club 🪫

how did i go from traveling the country after college… to navigating chronic illnesses, multiple surgeries, and moving back home?

in this episode, i share my story—how my health journey unfolded, how i was diagnosed with POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) and hEDS (hypermobile ehlers-danlos syndrome), and how everything led me to create this podcast.

if you’re dealing with chronic illness or pain in your 20s—you’re not alone. this space is for you 🤍

topics (with timestamps):
00:00 intro
00:47 early symptoms of POTS & hEDS
14:40 getting diagnosed with POTS
21:29 recent surgery & health updates
22:37 why i started this podcast
24:24 what’s the low battery club?
29:21 outro

connect with me:

🪫tiktok

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🪫anonymous form (share your story!)

🪫guest application (be on the pod!)

a little note:
if you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review—it helps more people find the show!

disclaimer:
the information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. the host is not a licensed medical professional.

always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, medications, or health routines.