Calling In Sick Living Undiagnosed: Alex Gray’s Chronic Illness Journey
This week on Calling in Sick, I sit down with Alex Gray (@alexogray), UK-based TV presenter, actress, and founder, to reflect on her journey with chronic illness. We unpack the toll of hustle culture on health, the disorienting feeling of being a stranger in your own body, and the challenges of navigating life without a clear diagnosis. We explore how chronic illness reshapes relationships - the weight of masking our reality, facing disbelief and misunderstanding, and learning to pick our battles while still finding compassion for ourselves and others. Our conversation also touches on how chronic illness transforms identity and mental health, from the exhaustion of constant perseverance to discovering strength in slowing down and living authentically. One Monday, double the Alex, triple the laughter — join for an honest conversation about life and relationships while being chronically ill. Sending everyone love and hugs - and thanks for Calling in Sick with me!
xx, Alex
Timestamps:
00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling In Sick!
00:02:55 Alex’s Health/Life Update
00:13:05 Alex’s Wellness Picks of the Week
00:16:50 Introduction to Alex Gray (@alexogray), UK-based TV presenter, actress, and founder
00:25:30 Alex’s first symptoms
00:32:15 Alex’s journey to diagnosis
00:51:00 Alex’s feelings around her chronic illness diagnosis
01:02:45 Friendship & chronic illness
01:06:15 Family & chronic illness
01:15:00 Masking your chronic illness
01:24:04 Roses & Thorns of chronic illness
01:38:40 Thank you for listening!
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