Today we do a day-in-the-life for someone with chronic illness, although I combine a few days! Sometimes not a lot happens for someone with chronic illness, as we spend A LOT of time resting.

My day as an “unemployed sick girl.”

→ My Baby Skincare Routine
→ Being scared of symptoms getting worse as I adjust to meds :(
→ On the IG, not wanting to be JUST a chronic illness influencer. But, what kind of life can I finally live WHEN THERE IS A CURE? Mention Open Med Foundation.
→ Sharing about “Radiant Mornings,” hosted by Laurel of Illuminating Souls and Andrea Sher. Oh how so wonderful! But, everything relates back to chronic illness.
→ Don’t you love submitting for insurance reimbursement?! I mention Healthy Paws for your pet.
→ Make sure you eat ALDEN’S mini squares YUMMMMMM
→ Join me in watching the Bachelorette! Why aren’t you watching?! Should we make a club?
→ I didn’t take my pills. Don’t be me.

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I'm back, baby! Part of the reason I publish so seldom, is that podcasting requires quite a bit of effort, and with my chronic illness I have very little capacity. Taking out the editing really helps. So hopefully, you like this unedited, unfiltered version of me!

Today I don't share too much about chronic illness! I share my thoughts on watching the Olympics, from Ilona Maher to Noah Lyles, and learning to watch sports, in general.

Like the episode? DM me your comments, questions, and love letters on Instagram.

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Today I would like to talk about Little Actions, and the big differences they can make in our lives. Sharing a short and sweet story from my life.

Keeping it simple, no special links today!

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Surprise! It's a Holiday Episode! ❄️

It can be hard to accept that chronic illness doesn’t take a break for the holidays. Let's chat about 5 Low Energy Ways to Make your Holidays Sparkle...

Mentioned in this episode:

Card Making App:
→ Felt App, Apple App Store Link , https://www.feltapp.com

Music:
→ Barenaked for the Holidays; Link to Apple Music

Book:
→ The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer, Apple Books Link, Amazon Link

Movies:
→ Elf
→ It’s a Wonderful Life
→ Spirited; Apple TV Link

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Life with chronic illness can be really tough. We have to figure out meds, go to the doc, cope with symptoms, rinse and repeat. So when we find tips and tricks, or what we often call hacks, to make things easier, it sometimes makes a world of a difference.

So today we’re going to talk about some of our favorite tips, tricks, and hacks, that may better your life if you have chronic illness. I’ll share some of mine, and I’ll share some of yours. I asked for your favorite chronic illness support tools on Instagram, and boy did you deliver! So buckle up and get ready to hear some favorites from me and some of my Insta-friends.

All the Links...
→ TORRAS COOLIFY 2 Neck Air Conditioner, Wrap-around Cooling Neck Fan
→ My fave microwave heating pad: Microwave Neck Warmer
→ Pure Enrichment® PureRelief™ XL Heating Pad
→ Sunbeam Cordless Heating Pad, Portable and Rechargeable
→ Bio Bidet by Bemis SlimEdge Freshwater Bidet Attachment for Toilet, Whitney’s Affiliate link
Emily’s Instagram Post, Helpful Items for my Mod/Sev ME/CFS
→ Pride Go Chair Power Wheelchair, Note: I got mine from a mobility store, not this website
→ Eargasm High Fidelity Earplugs
→ Flare Calmer – Ear Plugs Alternative
→ Loop Earplugs
→ Example Grabber/Reacher, not Ashley’s: 43" Extra Long Grabber Tool, Foldable Grabbers
→ B-Land Cell Phone Holder, Universal Mobile Phone Stand
→ Vaunn Adjustable Bathtub Safety Rail Shower Grab Bar Handle, This is similar to the one I personally have — I recommend going to your local mobility stores, if possible, to check out their options, in person.

Stay in touch with me, Cathy, at @indoorcathy on Instagram. Follow the show on your fave podcast app to be notified of new episodes.


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Erika Joy Sneath didn’t start out as a children’s book author, but decided to become one when she didn’t see representation of aunts and uncles and… chronic pain. I mean, think about it, you probably haven’t seen it either! Erika’s life started out a bit different, but as so many of us listening to this podcast, sometimes things take a turn. In Erika’s case, she ended up with a great deal of chronic pain, which has shaped not only her choice to be an author, but her physical and mental perspectives on life.

In this episode, we discuss...
→ Getting to know Erika, by focusing on 3 things Erika loves
→ Erika’s injury, then learning that the injury won’t go away. What does it mean to grieve?
→Acknowledging the pain and anxiety cycle.
→ Learning to invite others in to your new reality
→ Leading to Erika’s children’s book, Adalene Plays Many Ways: Managing the ups and downs of doing life with someone experiencing chronic pain
→ Talking about managing vendor events… including Cathy’s perspective from her own small business.


Discussed in the episode:
→ Adalene Plays Many Ways: Managing the ups and downs of doing life with someone experiencing chronic pain
→ Not Weakness: Navigating the Culture of Chronic Pain

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The irony of having a podcast about chronic illness is that I think I would be much better at it if I didn’t have chronic illness. Having one really gets in the way of consistently writing content and getting this podcast out in the world! So for today, I’m going to give you some updates on what has been going on in my world. Here’s what’s up with me…

→ First up… I have depression. Here is a little story about seeing a psychiatrist. Warning: It doesn’t go well.

→ Next… I’m scanning photos and emotions are coming up, oh no! But then my wonderful cousin asks me… just like you’re now sending love to your younger self, what if your future self is sending love to your present self? The question blows me away.

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Today’s bonus episode features Fran Haddock, who lives with Severe ME/CFS. I’d like to give Fran a voice today, by, with her permission, sharing one of her recent Instagram posts. Just 3 min long.

Follow Fran:
→ Fran Haddock

Support ME/CFS organizations:
→ #MEAction Maryland
→ Solve M.E.
→ The Bateman Horne Center

Stay in touch with me, Cathy, at @indoorcathy on Instagram. Follow the show on your fave podcast app to be notified of new episodes.


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