Learning to thrive with chronic illness is a marathon, not a sprint. Cheryl and Gittel discuss coping through unlearning toxic positivity, confronting internalized ableism, getting social support and adapting though accommodations.
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Learning to thrive with chronic illness is a marathon, not a sprint. Cheryl and Gittel discuss coping through unlearning toxic positivity, confronting internalized ableism, getting social support and adapting though accommodations.
Gittel shares what’s in her coping toolbox for life with ankylosing spondylitis, from exploring the benefits of medicinal cannabis to getting support in Rheum to THRIVE. Becoming a “life hacker”, learning acceptance, going with the flow, and letting go of control can help you find joy despite pain, one moment at a time!
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Rheum to THRIVE, an online course and support program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. See all the details and join the program or waitlist now!
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