Long Covid Podcast 192 - Pacing, Connection, & Patient, Messy Progress - Kelly's Recovery Story
Oct 29, 2025
In this enlightening conversation, Kelly George, a recovery coach and former professor, shares her inspiring journey from debilitating Long Covid to reclaiming her identity. She discusses the vital role of pacing and activity management in her recovery, as well as the profound impact of community support and being listened to. Kelly highlights the challenges of isolation and relationship dynamics during her illness while offering practical advice on preventing crashes and redefining recovery. Her story is a testament to resilience and the power of finding hope in messy progress.
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Life Before Long Covid
- Kelly describes a busy pre-illness life as a professor, active parent, and ultimate Frisbee player.
- She contrasts that full life with the profound losses after Long Covid.
Illness Onset And Severe Crash
- Kelly recounts catching COVID after mask mandates lifted and worsening over weeks into severe fatigue and brain fog.
- She became unable to care for her children or return to work and never returned to her job.
Layers Of Isolation
- Kelly highlights layered isolation: from self, from friends, and within relationships.
- She found mutual vulnerability with her husband helped restore shared connection.