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In this episode I explore where my productivity guilt comes from and why it is the medical system's fault. I also speak about meaninglessness because of being chronically ill.

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I speak about a book I am writing while getting distracted by my neighbour's power washers. I then do a deep dive into why power washing is so annoying, and how summers with chronic illness can be difficult.

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In this episode, I chat with Lauren (chronicallyloz). A law student, chronic illness activist and fellow chronic illness sufferer. We talk about all things chronic illness and Lauren shares her story of her own chronic illness journey thus far.

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In this episode, I explore what it means to have a sense of identity, to lose your sense of identity and how I have started to reconstruct my own.

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Content wsrning: talks of medical gaslighting, medical neglect, hallucinations, seizures and psychosis.

Disclaimer: I am not a professional in any sense of the word when it comes to psychology, psychiatry, etc. I am just sharing my personal experience and anecdotal knowledge.

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In this episode I discuss the physical, psychological and emotional impact that living with chronic illness causes - especially during holidays and special occasions.

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In this episode, I chat with the wonderful Paddy. He is the host of the 'Its Not All About ME' podcast. We discuss all things M.E. from guilt, acceptance to ambition and much more. A truly incredible chat that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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In this episode, I talk about an existential crisis I had leading up to my 20th birthday, how I celebrated said birthday whilst bedbound and much more.

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