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Here I'm talking about the complexities of living with a chronic illness and how it affects our relationships - the constant challenges faced and the emotional toll it takes. I discuss how chronic illness can make individuals feel like a burden and the difficulties in seeking help from those around us. Key Points: - The struggle of managing daily life with a chronic illness while maintaining relationships. - The importance of creating new relationship patterns with oneself and others. - Introduction to the 'Allowed to Ask' membership, designed to help people with chronic illnesses change their attachment patterns and promote personal development. - The significance of asking the right questions and giving the nervous system time to rewire. - Practical tools and resources available through the membership for emotional and physical support. Join us as we uncover ways to transform your approach to relationships and personal development in the face of chronic illness. For more information and to become a part of the 'Allowed to Ask' community, visit https://www.skool.com/mentally-wellchronically-ill-4863/about .

https://www.skool.com/mentally-wellchronically-ill-4863/about

Here I'm talking about the complexities of living with a chronic illness and how it affects our relationships - the constant challenges faced and the emotional toll it takes. I discuss how chronic illness can make individuals feel like a burden and the difficulties in seeking help from those around us. Key Points: - The struggle of managing daily life with a chronic illness while maintaining relationships. - The importance of creating new relationship patterns with oneself and others. - Introduction to the 'Allowed to Ask' membership, designed to help people with chronic illnesses change their attachment patterns and promote personal development. - The significance of asking the right questions and giving the nervous system time to rewire. - Practical tools and resources available through the membership for emotional and physical support. Join us as we uncover ways to transform your approach to relationships and personal development in the face of chronic illness. For more information and to become a part of the 'Allowed to Ask' community, visit https://www.skool.com/mentally-wellchronically-ill-4863/about .

Join the membership for monthly live workshops, Q&As, a support group, and coworking groups! ⁠https://www.skool.com/mentally-wellchronically-ill-4863/about⁠

Discussing the triggers for chronic illness flare-ups, which can be physical, emotional, or environmental.

While identifying and avoiding specific triggers can be helpful, overanalyzing the reasons behind flare-ups can be counterproductive. Instead, the focus should be on implementing a flare-up protocol that includes daily care practices like guilt-free rest, regular meals, comfort measures, and stress reduction techniques.

By prioritizing response strategies and maintaining mindful awareness, we can better manage our symptoms and improve cognitive function despite the challenges of brain fog and other distressing symptoms.

🎉 Join the membership for monthly live workshops, Q&As, a support group, and coworking groups! ⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/mentally-wellchronically-ill-4863/about⁠

Join the membership for monthly live workshops, Q&As, a support group, and coworking groups! https://www.skool.com/mentally-wellchronically-ill-4863/about

Discussing the triggers for chronic illness flare-ups, which can be physical, emotional, or environmental.

While identifying and avoiding specific triggers can be helpful, overanalyzing the reasons behind flare-ups can be counterproductive. Instead, the focus should be on implementing a flare-up protocol that includes daily care practices like guilt-free rest, regular meals, comfort measures, and stress reduction techniques.

By prioritizing response strategies and maintaining mindful awareness, we can better manage our symptoms and improve cognitive function despite the challenges of brain fog and other distressing symptoms.

🎉 Join the membership for monthly live workshops, Q&As, a support group, and coworking groups! ⁠https://www.skool.com/mentally-wellchronically-ill-4863/about⁠

Join us on December 6th, 2024 @ 10:30am EST / 3:30 pm GMT.

Cost $17 USD but NEED A FREE TICKET?

We offer a pay-what-you-can honor system pricing. If you have the means to support our work, please do.

All profit goes toward The Farmer Fund to help support farmers in the midst of post-disaster recovery.

Discount codes:

WORKSHOP50 for 50% off |

WORKSHOP75 for 75% off |

WORKSHOPFREE for free

Purchase here: https://destinywinters1.podia.com/checkout/cart

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In this episode, I sit down with Grace Quantock, an award-winning psychotherapeutic counselor and author of "Living Well with Chronic Illness: Write Your Own Roadmap to Healing in Tough Times." Grace shares her insights on navigating chronic illness while challenging toxic wellness culture and persistent cure mentality.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The pressure of "bootstrap wellness narratives" and compulsive miracle cure culture
• The concept of the "accordion routine" - creating flexible healing practices that expand and contract with your needs
• Challenging societal expectations around disability and accommodation
• The importance of questioning "normal" standards and finding what works for you
• How to navigate medical appointments and healthcare systems
• The problem with forced positivity and toxic wellness culture

Resources Mentioned:

• Grace's book: "Living Well with Chronic Illness: Write Your Own Roadmap to Healing in Tough Times"
• Free resources with book purchase:
• • Waiting room meditations
  • Procedural peace audios for medical appointments
  • Post-appointment support sessions
  • Pre-appointment pep talks
  • Newsletter access

Connect with Grace: Website: www.gracequantock.com

This episode offers a trauma-informed perspective on chronic illness management, challenging traditional wellness narratives while providing practical tools for creating personalized healing routines that honor your unique needs and circumstances.

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Join us on December 6th, 2024 @ 10:30am EST / 3:30 pm GMT.

Cost $17 USD but NEED A FREE TICKET?

We offer a pay-what-you-can honor system pricing. If you have the means to support our work, please do.

All profit goes toward The Farmer Fund to help support farmers in the midst of post-disaster recovery.

Discount codes:

WORKSHOP50 for 50% off |

WORKSHOP75 for 75% off |

WORKSHOPFREE for free

Purchase here: https://destinywinters1.podia.com/checkout/cart

Join us on December 6th, 2024 @ 10:30am EST / 3:30 pm GMT.

Cost $17 USD but NEED A FREE TICKET?

We offer a pay-what-you-can honor system pricing. If you have the means to support our work, please do.

All profit goes toward The Farmer Fund to help support farmers in the midst of post-disaster recovery.

Discount codes:

WORKSHOP50 for 50% off |

WORKSHOP75 for 75% off |

WORKSHOPFREE for free

Purchase here: https://destinywinters1.podia.com/checkout/cart

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In this episode, I sit down with Grace Quantock, an award-winning psychotherapeutic counselor and author of "Living Well with Chronic Illness: Write Your Own Roadmap to Healing in Tough Times." Grace shares her insights on navigating chronic illness while challenging toxic wellness culture and persistent cure mentality.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The pressure of "bootstrap wellness narratives" and compulsive miracle cure culture
• The concept of the "accordion routine" - creating flexible healing practices that expand and contract with your needs
• Challenging societal expectations around disability and accommodation
• The importance of questioning "normal" standards and finding what works for you
• How to navigate medical appointments and healthcare systems
• The problem with forced positivity and toxic wellness culture

Resources Mentioned:

• Grace's book: "Living Well with Chronic Illness: Write Your Own Roadmap to Healing in Tough Times"
• Free resources with book purchase:
• • Waiting room meditations
  • Procedural peace audios for medical appointments
  • Post-appointment support sessions
  • Pre-appointment pep talks
  • Newsletter access

Connect with Grace: Website: www.gracequantock.com

This episode offers a trauma-informed perspective on chronic illness management, challenging traditional wellness narratives while providing practical tools for creating personalized healing routines that honor your unique needs and circumstances.

_______________________________________________

Join us on December 6th, 2024 @ 10:30am EST / 3:30 pm GMT.

Cost $17 USD but NEED A FREE TICKET?

We offer a pay-what-you-can honor system pricing. If you have the means to support our work, please do.

All profit goes toward The Farmer Fund to help support farmers in the midst of post-disaster recovery.

Discount codes:

WORKSHOP50 for 50% off |

WORKSHOP75 for 75% off |

WORKSHOPFREE for free

Purchase here: https://destinywinters1.podia.com/checkout/cart

I'm starting a new series called Talks with Destiny, and they'll be very short (30seconds-10 minute) episodes with thoughts that I think help people with chronic pain and illness live life with more meaning and intention.

If you like this vibe, please rate this podcast! I am working hard to grow the audience here.

And if you'd like to join the Allowed To Ask Community, it's 50% off the yearly price right now - here's the link to join!

https://www.skool.com/mentally-wellchronically-ill-4863/about

Tiffany Yu is a remarkable disability advocate, author, and community builder who has dedicated her career to creating a more inclusive world. As the founder of DiverseAbility, an organization celebrating its 15th anniversary, and author of the recently published book "The Anti-Ableist Manifesto: Smashing Stereotypes, Forging Change, and Building a Disability-Inclusive World," Yu brings a unique perspective to disability advocacy and inclusion.

Join Tiffany’s community, DiversAbility, here: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/diversabilitycommunity⁠

Read the full summary in a blog post here: to be published soon

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CONNECT with Destiny:

Destiny offers individual, family, and couples counseling for people who just want to live their life again, despite chronic pain and illness.

⁠http://www.thechronicillnesstherapist.com⁠

⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@talkswithdestiny⁠

⁠http://instagram.com/the.chronicillnesstherapist⁠

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SIGN UP for Destiny’s next workshop:

I host monthly workshops for people with chronic illnesses who are struggling to navigate relationships with themselves, their partners, families, friends, children, and doctors.

⁠http://chronicillnesstherapist.myflodesk.com/workshops⁠

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FOR NON-THERAPISTS:

FREE DOWNLOADS:

• Monthly workshops. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thechronicillnesstherapist.com/workshops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• FREE PDF “Mastering Pacing: How Slowing Down Helps you Speed up” ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spring-lion-815.myflodesk.com/eswknvrdsc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• FREE PDF “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0⁠

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FOR THERAPISTS, PHYSICAL THERAPISTS, NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS, NURSE PRACTITIONERS, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS, and other medical professionsal who specialize in working with chronic illness.

Join our new community for free for monthly business and clinical consultation groups and other resources:

⁠https://www.thechronicillnesstherapist.com/community-mastermind-consultation⁠

• Business consult group every 1st Friday from 1-2:30pm EST

• Clinical consult group every 3rd Friday from 1-2:30pm EST

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Disclaimer: Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist or medical professional in your state of residence.