Calling In Sick

This week on Calling in Sick, I’m getting real about the mental gymnastics of navigating chronic illness—especially when you're constantly balancing fear of flaring, fear of failing, and the never-ending cycle of medical uncertainty.February was a lot, even for a girl who’s been sick her whole life. From 2 rounds of chemotherapy, to surgery, to 5 days of IVIG, to balancing work and content creation while managing life, this month really put my “pivoting” skills to the test. And that got me thinking…How do we live fully while managing predictable unpredictability? How do we take risks when we know there’s a chance our bodies might betray us?So, in this episode, I’m sharing:🩺 How I handled IVIG & what I did differently this time⚖️ My “guardrails” for protecting my body & energy😰 The fine line between being cautious vs. being held back by fear💡 How chronic illness has shaped my mindset on risk, failure, and success📺 My latest comfort binge (hello, One Brain Cell segment debut!)And because I know I’m not alone in this, I’d love for y’all to drop a comment:💬 What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever skipped because you feared flaring (but weren’t actively in a flare)?As always, sending love!xx,AlexTimestamps:00:01:10 Alex’s Health Update00:06:05 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Ultra Gentle Daily Peel, Thrive Causemetics Eyebrow Gel)00:09:45 Cautious Optimism: Learning to balance hope with the realities of chronic illness.00:14:10 Fear of a Flare-Up: The anxiety that comes with feeling too good—when will the other shoe drop?00:19:30 Bucket 1: During a Flare-Up – Guardrails & essential tools/strategies to survive tough days00:22:40 Bucket 2: Moving the Guardrails Off – When (and how) to test new limits after a flare up00:25:25 Bucket 3: The New Normal + Key Takeaways – Finding balance, redefining health, and what’s working for me00:28:50 Talking about Netflix’s Running Point with my 1 remains brain cell 00:34:15 LOVE YOU GUYS!----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568• Substack - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Alex’s Picks of the Week:• Dr. Dennis Gross, Alpha Beta Ultra Gentle Daily Peel: go.shopmy.us/p-6636477• Thrive, Liquid Brow Brow Gel: https://prf.hn/click/camref:1100l4a7ye#podcast #podcastclips #ChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDisease #FearOfFlaring #IVIG #ChronicPain #ChronicFatigue #SpoonieLife #HealthJourney #SickGirlLife #CallingInSick #SpoonieSupport #ChronicIllnessAwareness #ChronicWarrior #FlareUpTips #MedicalJourney #DisabilityAwareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Calling in Sick, I’m taking you inside my latest surgery—my second endometriosis excision surgery. If you’ve been through it, you know: endo surgery is no joke. From a misdiagnosed journey to deciding on surgery (again) to an absolutely chaotic post-op appointment… this episode is full of everything that happened, and everything I wish I knew going in.In this episode, I’m sharing:🩺 How I got diagnosed & why I decided to have surgery (again)🔪 The download on the five different types of endometriosis surgery options😖 What endometriosis surgery & recovery REALLY feel like🩹 The worst parts & how I managed pain⚠️ The red flags at my post-op appointment (and why I chose NOT to advocate for myself this time)Because I need to feel not so alone in the fact I minimize some things about my health to just survive… I’d love for y’all to comment one thing you minimize about YOUR health that is actually a huge deal.As always, sending love!xx,AlexTimestamps: 00:00:00 Welcome to Calling In Sick! 00:03:05 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Abdominal binder, Osea Body Oil)00:05:00 My endometriosis diagnosis story00:07:00 Endometriosis surgery options00:14:10 Why I decided to have surgery (again)00:17:30 Prepping for endometriosis surgery 00:21:35 What endometriosis surgery is REALLY like 00:23:15 Endometriosis surgery recovery 00:28:15 Managing pain after endometriosis surgery00:32:20 The 5 things helping me recover from endometriosis surgery00:34:45 The post op appointment from H*LL00:45:30 The importance of community & research in medical decision making 00:48:28 LOVE YOU GUYS! ----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568• Substack - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Alex’s Picks of the Week:• OSEA Undaria Algae Body Oil: https://go.shopmy.us/p-13854907• Abdominal Binder: https://go.shopmy.us/p-13854899#podcast #podcastclips #Endometriosis #ChronicIllness #EndoWarrior #SpoonieLife #ChronicPain #ExcisionSurgery #EndometriosisSurgery #ChronicIllnessWarrior #AutoimmuneDisease #HealthUpdate #MedicalJourney #EndoAwareness #PainManagement #SpoonieSupport #HealingJourney #TrustYourBody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Calling in Sick, I’m getting real about where I’m at with my health right now. To be honest, I’ve been flaring for almost a year, stuck in survival mode, and have been pushing through without picking my head up to see how bad things have gotten… again. I’m realizing that:💥 Checking myself & my health status💊 My new treatment plan… and how I feel about it shifting (again)🩺 Making medical decisions today for our next chapter & future family⏳ Gentle reminders for when it feels impossible to manage the chronic illness life❤️‍🩹 The download on my SECOND endometriosis excision surgeryI’m opening up about how I’ve been pushing through and ignoring my body’s warning signs, and now, I’m facing the reality of what needs to change. Big shifts are ahead—from medications and surgeries to major lifestyle adjustments. But strangely, talking about it all feels like a reset—a chance to commit fully to this next chapter and finally start moving forward.If you’ve ever felt stuck between pushing forward and accepting your reality, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about the uncertainty, the fear, and the hope—because I know I’m not the only one navigating this.💬 Don’t forget to fill out this questionnaire to enter the Calling in Sick Giveaway (NUUDs PJs & Sleep Crown Pillow)!!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgozP3e9-PUvkBCEbKipCTdh7B_KvmBnWou0mzxqr6xlMfrA/viewformAs always, sending love!xx, AlexTimestamps:00:00:00 Welcome to Calling In Sick! 00:03:57 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Loftie Lamp & New Balance 530 shoes)00:07:15 Flaring for almost a year: My current health status & reality check00:16:15 Medical decisions & our future family: What I have to consider now00:22:30 A serious wake-up call: The moment I knew I couldn’t keep pushing through00:27:15 Getting real with myself: A self-check on my current health00:29:30 Self-check: What I’m doing WELL despite chronic illness00:33:05 Self-check: What I need to IMPROVE to feel better00:35:25 Post self-assessment: What I’m changing now00:39:00 Hope, fear & moving forward: How I’m feeling about this next chapter00:41:25 Love you guys! Final thoughts & a reminder you’re not alone----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Alex’s Picks of the Week:• Loftie Lamp: Link: https://byloftie.com/ALEXWILDESON (Code: ALEXWILDESON)• New Balance 530s: https://go.shopmy.us/p-13558735#podcast #podcastclips #ChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDisease #ChronicPain #SpoonieLife #InvisibleIllness #ChronicIllnessWarrior #FlareLife #MedicalJourney #HealthUpdate #AutoimmuneWarrior #ChronicFatigue #PainManagement #SpoonieSupport #HealingJourney #TrustYourBody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Calling in Sick, we’re tackling something that makes every chronic illness patient’s life harder—medical bills. The system is confusing, overwhelming, and expensive—and let’s be real, most of us just swipe our card and hope for the best. But what if I told you that hospitals and insurance companies are overcharging you—constantly? That’s why I’m sitting down with Daniel Lynch, co-founder of Medical Billing Gurus, to break down:💰 The #1 mistake people make when they get a medical bill🚨 How to fight back against surprise charges & denials📉 How to negotiate your bill (yes, you CAN lower it!)🧾 Why the same procedure can cost $500 or $5,000—depending on who’s payingIf you’ve ever looked at a medical bill and thought, WTF is this?, this episode is for you. Knowledge is power—and this conversation will help you pick the right insurance plan for you, and potentially save you thousands.Have you ever fought a medical bill and won? Drop your story in the comments or DM me on IG (@callinginsickpod)!As always, sending love!xx,AlexTimestamps: (TO BE UPDATED)00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick!00:0X:XX Alex’s Catch-Up00:0X:XX Alex’s Picks of the Week (TO BE UPDATED)00:0X:XX Chronic Illness & The Voices in Your Head00:XX:XX How chronic illness fuels negative self-talk (anger, guilt, anxiety, shame) and how to fight back00:XX:XX The unexpected superpowers chronic illness gives us (comedian, empathy, medical encyclopedia, pivoting)00:XX:XX Alex’s final takeaways 00:XX:XX Thank you for listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Alex’s Picks of the Week: UPDATE• ABC: https://flagship.shop/alexandrawildeson/products-v2/231581• ABC: https://go.shopmy.us/p-12706973#chronicillnesssupport #livingwithautoimmunedisease #healthandwellness #podcast #podcastclips #medicalinsurance #medicalconditions #healthinsurance #medicalbillingservices #medicalbilling #medicalbillingcompany #healthinsuranceexplained Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hiiiiii my sweet fam! 💕 This episode is a revisit to Episode 1 as I’m CALLING IN SICK this week with a flare-up from the pits of hell. 😩 Come hang out with me on my socials as I crush some Bravo 🍿, spill my duvet day tricks 🛋️, and share all the food Saint Cooper is making me to get me back on my feet. 🍲 Don’t worry, I’m on some heavy prednisone, so I’ll be back next week! Love you guys and happy hearts week! ❤️‍🩹----------------------------------------------------------------Welcome to the REVISITED first episode of Calling in Sick! This podcast is all about navigating life with chronic illness and autoimmune disease. Join me, your host, Alex, as I make a long story long and dive deep into my health journey 🧬, which started at age 6. I’ll share how my diagnoses—Polyarteritis Nodosa (Vasculitis), Lupus / Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD), Small Fiber Neuropathy // Dysautonomia, Endometriosis, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)—have shaped who I am today. 🩺💪This episode covers:* 🌱 What to expect on the Calling in Sick Podcast* 🏥 My personal health journey and living with chronic illness* 🎯 My goals and takeaways It's time to submit your doctor's note because we are calling in sick together! 💌 Let's talk chronic illness support, self-care during flare-ups, and how to cope when life feels like it's too much.----------------------------------------------------------------Timestamps:00:00:00 Welcome to the FIRST episode of Calling in Sick! 00:02:30 What to expect on the Calling in Sick Podcast 00:07:30 My health journey00:29:50 Goals & takeaways 00:36:35 THANK YOU for listening!! ----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/----------------------------------------------------------------#ChronicIllnessPodcast #AutoimmuneDiseases #Lupus #Vasculitis #ComplexRegionalPainSyndrome #Dysautonomia #Endometriosis #HealthJourney #LivingWithChronicIllness #ChronicIllnessFlareUps #PrednisoneTreatment #LivingWithAutoimmuneDisease #HealthSupportPodcast #SelfCareForChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDiseaseAwareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Calling in Sick, it’s just me, Alex, taking you inside my brain—literally. Inspired by Inside Out, I’m breaking down the real voices that fill the mind of a chronically ill person—the ones that tell us we’re a burden, that every symptom is an emergency, or that we’re not doing “enough” to get better. Sound familiar? You’re not alone.In this episode, I’m sharing:🧠 How chronic illness fuels negative self-talk (and how to fight back)😨 Why anxiety makes every symptom feel like a crisis😞 The truth about guilt & why you are NOT a burden🔥 How anger can be both destructive and empowering😂 The unexpected superpowers chronic illness gives us (dark humor, anyone?)If you’ve ever felt trapped in your own mind—stuck in a cycle of fear, frustration, and self-doubt—this episode is for you. Chronic illness already makes life hard. Let’s make sure our own thoughts aren’t making it harder.Which voice takes over your brain the most? Comment below or DM me on IG (@callinginsickpod)!As always, sending love!xx,AlexTimestamps:00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick!00:02:35 Alex’s Catch-Up00:07:30 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Sleep Crown, Anomia)00:09:37 Chronic Illness & The Voices in Your Head00:11:50 How chronic illness fuels negative self-talk (anger, guilt, anxiety, shame) and how to fight back00:28:30 The unexpected superpowers chronic illness gives us (comedian, empathy, medical encyclopedia, pivoting)00:37:30 Alex’s final takeaways 00:38:40 Thank you for listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Alex’s Picks of the Week: UPDATE• Sleep Crown Pillow: https://flagship.shop/alexandrawildeson/products-v2/231581• Anomia: https://go.shopmy.us/p-12706973#chronicillnesssupport #livingwithautoimmunedisease #healthandwellness #podcast #podcastclips #chronicillnessidentity #negativeselftalk #gaslighting #emotionalburnout ---------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Calling in Sick, it’s just me, Alex, diving into one of the toughest challenges for those of us with chronic illness: medical burnout. From endless appointments, waiting months for appointments, battling with insurance companies to the emotional rollercoaster of hope and disappointment, medical burnout is something so many of us face—but rarely talk about.In this episode, I’m sharing:✨ What medical burnout is and how to spot the signs✨ Why it’s not your fault (hint: the system is broken!)✨ My personal story of burnout and the advice that helped me move through it✨ My top 5 practical tips for breaking the cycleTLDR; burnout doesn’t mean you’re failing—it’s a sign that you’ve been fighting hard and need time to rest, reset, and recover. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just plain exhausted, this episode is for you. So take a breath, hit play, and remember: you are not alone in this journey. As always, sending love!xx,AlexTimestamps:00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick!00:01:40 Alex’s Catch-Up00:06:45 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Skin Gym Cryoroller & Merit Glow Serum)00:08:05 What medical burnout is and how to spot the signs00:11:45 My personal story of medical burnout 00:19:30 The advice that helped me through medical burnout00:30:10 My top 5 practical tips for breaking the cycle00:35:00 Thank you for listening!----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Alex’s Picks of the Week:• Skin Gym | Cryoroll Ice Roller: https://go.shopmy.us/p-12197958• Merit Beauty | Great Skin Instant Glow Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-12134188#chronicillnesssupport #livingwithautoimmunedisease #healthandwellness #podcast #podcastclips #chronicillnessidentity #medicalconditions #burnout #gaslighting #medicalgaslighting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Calling in Sick, it’s a solo episode with me, Alex! I’m diving into how to navigate events and social plans while managing a chronic illness. From figuring out when to RSVP “yes” to tackling FODO (fear of disappointing others), I’m sharing my go-to strategies for building a social life that works for you.In this episode, we’ll talk about:✨ How to communicate your needs with hosts✨ Preparing for events so you can actually enjoy them✨ Giving yourself permission to cancel (guilt-free!)Whether it’s a wedding, a party, or just dinner plans, my hope is that you’ll walk away feeling empowered to embrace your social butterfly side—on your terms. You deserve to have fun and feel good doing it! As always, sending love!xx,AlexTimestamps:00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick!00:01:42 Alex’s Catch-Up00:10:35 Alex’s Picks of the Week (CurrentBody Infrared Face Mask & Tuckernuck)00:12:58 Welcome to Going to Events with Confidence!00:15:10 Communicating the Tentative RSVP00:18:30 Asking for Accommodations at Events00:20:30 Top 6 Things I Do Leading into An Event00:23:50 Mental Health & Events — Guilt, Being Self-Critical and FODO00:28:11 How to Actually Go on a Trip or Event Without a Caregiver00:32:04 Give Yourself Permission to Have Fun!00:35:15 Masking Being Healthy versus Being Honest at Events00:37:00 My Hottest Take Yet!! (When NOT To Educate)00:39:42 How to Cancel Attending an Event Last Minute00:45:55 Thank you for listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Episode Resources:Buoy: https://www.justaddbuoy.com/ALEXANDRA54836Alex’s At-Home Duvet Day Purchases: https://shopmy.us/collections/1190429Alex’s Picks of the Week:• CurrentBody Infrared Face Mask: https://go.shopmy.us/p-12199449— ALEXANDRAWILDESON for 10% off at checkout• Tuckernuck (black dress I wore to DC): https://go.shopmy.us/p-12199494 #chronicillnesssupport #livingwithautoimmunedisease #healthandwellness #podcast #podcastclips #chronicillnessidentity #travel #events #RSVP #socialanxiety  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Calling in Sick, I sit down with Danielle Lazarowitz, founder of Chronius Care, a virtual healthcare service designed for chronic illness warriors by a chronic illness warrior. Danielle shares her powerful journey, from the struggles of searching for a diagnosis and managing debilitating symptoms to dealing with lackluster care. These experiences ultimately inspired her to reimagine healthcare for spoonies everywhere. We unpack why the current healthcare system often fails chronic illness patients and how Chronius Care is changing the game. The virtual platform gives each patient access to a primary care physician, patient coordinator, patient advocate and mental-health specialists. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit into the box that is the current medical system, this episode is for you. As always, sending love!xx,AlexTimestamps:00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick!00:01:22 Alex’s Catch-Up00:04:49 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Magic Minds & Mini-Gravity Blanket)00:07:27 Why Chronius Care is on Calling in Sick00:09:42 Welcome to Chronius Care!00:10:22 Danielle’s Health Story — Symptoms, Diagnosis and Current Care Regimen00:30:01 Danielle’s Thoughts on Chronic Illness’ impact to Grief, Identity and Mental Health00:34:03 Finding Providers: Primary Care, Specialists and Mayo Clinic00:36:25 The Creation of “Chronius Care”00:47:04 What Does Chronius Care Offer?00:53:19 What Does Being a Chronius Care Patient Look Like, and Do I Need a Formal Diagnosis?01:05:51 Chronius Care’s Helping Patient’s Navigate the ER & Hospitalizations01:10:31 Chronius Care’s Care Advocate Program01:13:10 The Future of Chronius Care01:21:13 Get In Touch01:23:09 Thank you for listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Episode Resources:Chronius Care: https://www.chronicillnesspcp.com/Contact Chronius Care: hello@chroniushealth.com Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/usAlex’s Picks of the Week:Magic Minds: https://www.magicmind.com/CALLINGINSICK20Weighted Lap Blanket: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11988412 #chronicillnesssupport #livingwithautoimmunedisease #healthandwellness #podcast #podcastclips #chronicillnessidentity #chronicillnessmanagement #chroniuscare Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Calling in Sick, my husband Cooper joins me for a candid Q&A session where we tackle your top questions about dating and relationships while living with chronic illness. Whether you're navigating the dating world, maintaining a relationship, or balancing the caregiver role, this episode is packed with oversharing, practical advice, and plenty of laughs. We give our two cents on caregivers playing “the middleman”, if embracing the caregiver role is necessary, and how to handle caregiver burnout and building resentment. From green and red flags in dating to dealing with misunderstandings about chronic illness, this episode has something for everyone — caregiver or chronically sick baddie in love. We hope this episode leaves you feeling empowered and confident to navigate dating and relationships, no matter where you’re at in your journey. As always, sending love!xx,AlexTimestamps: 00:00:00 - Welcome back to Calling in Sick!00:02:00 - Alex’s Catch-Up00:06:03 - Alex’s Picks of the Week (Magic Minds & Nuuds)00:10:22 - Q&A with Cooper and Alex 00:11:22 - Cooper being a Middleman00:15:05 - Reality of Dating Someone With a Chronic Illness00:18:58 - Should You Embrace the Caregiver Role00:22:10 - Taking Care of Someone on the Hard Days00:26:10 - Caregivers Burnout and Building Resentment00:34:07 - Green and Red Flags of Dating and Chronic Illness00:40:11 - Chronic Illness Life Impact & Seasons of Life00:42:22 - Handling Misunderstandings of Chronic Illness00:45:49 - How to Meet New People While Chronically Sick00:50:36- Thank you for listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------Stay connected and follow social:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568----------------------------------------------------------------Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/Learn More about The Hidden Disability Sunflower Project: https://hdsunflower.com/Alex’s Picks of the Week:• Magic Minds — https://www.magicmind.com/CALLINGINSICK20• Nuuds PJs — https://go.shopmy.us/p-11674705#chronicillnesssupport #livingwithautoimmunedisease #healthandwellness #podcast #podcastclips #chronicillnessidentity #datingandchronicillness #chronicillnessandrelationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices