how can you find peace within yourself—even when your body feels like it’s constantly fighting against you?! that’s the question i’m unpacking in this episode!

if you’re chronically ill (or love someone who is), you probably know that chronic illness comes with a lot of challenges: painful symptoms, physical limitations, uncertainty, and changes to the life you imagined for yourself. with so much outside of your control, finding a sense of inner calm amidst all that chaos can feel almost impossible.

while i’m definitely not claiming to have mastered the art of staying zen through the chronic illness rollercoaster i’ve been on for the past three years, i do want to share some of the things i’ve learned—and the little ways i try to protect my peace, guard my energy, and make space for acceptance along the way.

because you can’t control being chronically ill, but you do have a say in how you respond to it. 🩷🧠

topics (with timestamps):

02:10 why protecting your peace is so important when you’re chronically ill

04:19 the quote about peace that changed my perspective

06:14 why chronic illness can make feeling at peace so difficult

10:43 what psychology says about chronic illness & fulfillment

15:09 navigating uncertainty about the future when you’re chronically ill

18:49 the relationship between chronic illness & change

25:16 how i try to find peace & accept change

39:20 my final thoughts (and i wanna hear your opinions!!)

mentioned resources:

⚡️rheumatoid arthritis episode

⚡️maybe you should talk to someone

⚡️link your library books to your kindle!

⚡️maslow’s hierarchy

⚡️q&a episode

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time for my first ever q&a!!! in this episode, i’m answering five of your questions about living with chronic illness and sharing my most honest thoughts, reactions, and advice.

so, if you want to hear me talk about:

• my favorite chronic illness-friendly activities & hobbies

• finding a job that works with my health conditions

• dealing with POTS symptoms in the summer

• & so much more

then this episode is for you!

also: if you’ve previously asked me a question and i haven’t answered it yet, don’t worry— i’ll be recording a pt. 2 of this episode soon! and if you haven’t asked me a question yet but would still like to, you can do so here!

topics (with timestamps):

00:56 introducing the low battery club member of the week!!

03:27 three tips for managing POTS symptoms in the summer

13:29 how i balance work and rest

20:17 my favorite POTS-friendly activities

24:37 being creative & finding hobbies while chronically ill

mentioned resources:

⚡️rehydration recipes

⚡️my summer compression picks

⚡️she persisted podcast

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🪫⁠anonymous form (share your story!)⁠

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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.

after being diagnosed with more than five chronic illnesses over the past three years, i've become all too familiar with how chronic illness and chronic pain can change every part of your life. while we often focus on the physical symptoms, i wanted to explore the emotional side of the journey: how has chronic illness impacted my mental health? my outlook on life? my relationships– including the relationship I have with myself?

in this episode, i'm sharing five of the biggest lessons I've learned from living with chronic illness. we'll talk about navigating grief, protecting your energy with healthy boundaries, shifting your mindset, and finding ways to stay grounded through the unpredictability of chronic illness. these are the reminders and mindset shifts that have helped me cope with chronic illness while building a life that still feels meaningful and joyful.

whether you've recently been diagnosed, have been living with a chronic illness for years, or love someone who is, i hope this episode reminds you that your diagnosis is only one part of your story. chronic illness may change your life—but it doesn't have to define who you are.

topics (with timestamps):

00:58 how chronic illness can completely change your perspective

05:09 chronic illness, grief & learning to let go

08:58 how chronic illness changes relationships & support systems

16:43 why healthy boundaries can actually help your symptoms

22:40 the power of your inner dialogue when living with chronic illness

29:01 a chronic illness quote that's changed the way I see my journey

mentioned resources:

⚡️lana’s ride monologue

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.

the one where i finally explain my month-long break from the podcast... (spoiler alert: i have an autoimmune disease!)

in this episode, i'm sharing the story behind my mysterious new symptoms, my recent diagnosis, and what this experience has taught me about our healthcare system.

if you live with a chronic or invisible illness, you know that finding answers about what's happening in your body is often much harder than it should be. as someone who's navigated this process more than once (i've also recently been diagnosed with pots, hEDS, and mals), i know firsthand the challenges of simply being a patient.

this episode explores my recent diagnostic journey, how it affected me mentally, and the ways it's reshaped my perspective on healthcare, self-advocacy, and living with uncertainty.

this episode is for everyone who's ever been told "everything looks normal," even when your body is telling you otherwise. 🤍

topics (with timestamps):

00:00 saying hi!
01:44 getting medical care with a chronic illness
03:43 my recent autoimmune symptoms
07:46 finding the right doctor
10:30 how searching for answers can affect you mentally
12:30 self-advocacy as a patient
17:17 my thoughts on our healthcare system
19:55 chronic illness & mental strength
21:36 my diagnosis & final thoughts

mentioned resources:

⚡️avise testing

⚡️more about my current med

connect with me:

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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.

if you're looking for five simple, memorable ways to support your mental health while living with chronic illness, you're in the right place.

in today's episode, I'm sharing the often overlooked aspects of your mental health that you can influence— even when chronic illness makes it feel like so much of your agency has been taken away. drawing from my own experience living with POTS and hEDS, a psychology degree, and my genuine passion for talking into a microphone for 35 minutes, i’ll walk you through practical mindset shifts and habits that have helped me navigate the mental side of chronic illness.

my hope is that you'll leave this episode feeling seen, understood, and encouraged to take the small but meaningful steps toward better mental health that you deserve.💗

topics (with timestamps):

00:00 intro & why i care about mental health

05:52 what therapy has taught me about my emotions

12:59 finding the right support system for you

18:29 trusting your instincts with your chronically illness

24:33 rumination, hypervigilance, & chronic illness

28:49 setting goals & finding your purpose again

mentioned resources:

⚡️last week’s episode

connect with me:

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🪫email me!

🪫⁠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.

if you’re navigating chronic illness, you probably know firsthand how deeply your mental health can be affected by your physical health. struggling with both isn’t easy—and you’re definitely not alone.

but in order to support and improve our mental health, we first need to understand why it may be suffering in the first place. what’s happening biologically, psychologically, and even socially that can make chronic illness feel so mentally overwhelming?

in this episode, i’m combining my own experience with chronic illness with my degree in psychology to break down the many factors that can contribute to worsening mental health. from nervous system stress to grief, isolation, and identity shifts, there’s often a lot influencing how you feel that you may not even realize.

awareness is the first step toward healing—and understanding what you’re carrying can help you move through it with more compassion for yourself.

topics (with timestamps):

00:00 life updates & your anonymous question!!

03:59 chronic illness, mental health, & self-validation

08:04 a psychology model for understanding mental health

11:12 how chronic illness affects our biology

15:36 the psychology behind chronic illness

23:31 relationship dynamics & chronic illness

29:19 sociocultural impacts on chronic illness

34:12 final thoughts & a preview of next week’s ep!!

mentioned resources:

⚡️silly lily foundation

⚡️multipath model

⚡️stress + the nervous system

⚡️psychological strain of chronic illness

⚡️health disparities in the u.s.

⚡️chronic illness + financial burden

⚡️ep.2: coping with chronic illness in your 20s

⚡️ep.3: no one warns you how lonely chronic pain is

⚡️ep.4: the invisible mental load behind chronic illness

connect with me:

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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.

today is the day: i’m finally sharing my full journey with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).

in this episode, i break down everything—from what i believe triggered it, to the strange early symptom that stumped every doctor, to the long road to getting diagnosed. i also open up about the emotional side of living with a chronic condition like this.

whether you think you might have POTS, have already been diagnosed, or care about someone who has it, i hope this episode helps you feel more informed—and less alone.

living with POTS can feel incredibly niche and isolating. my goal with this episode is to make that experience a little more understood🤍

topics (with timestamps):

00:56 a huge misconception about POTS

07:51 what triggered my POTS

12:13 non-epileptic seizures

18:20 my POTS symptoms

20:31 getting misdiagnosed

23:33 POTS testing + diagnosis

26:47 the emotional side of dr’s appointments

28:42 what it felt like getting diagnosed

32:10 my current medical mystery

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.