Arthritis Life

After living with rheumatoid arthritis, a disease characterized by at times unpredictable flare-ups and remissions) for nineteen years, host Cheryl Crow is no stranger to uncertainty.However, the pandemic has brought a whole new level of uncertainty to the lives of those who are vulnerable, including Cheryl.In this discussion, mental health occupational therapist Carlyn Neek and Cheryl focus discuss ways that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy tools can help people cope with uncertainty and continue moving towards a full and meaningful life despite so many things being out of their control.Cheryl & Carlyn also delve into specific ways that being immunocompromised and vulnerable to other’s actions has emotionally affected people, and ways to cope with difficult emotions like anger, jealousy and anxiety.\Medical disclaimer:All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Episode SponsorsRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheum to THRIVE, a community support & education program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!For full episode notes plus a transcription:Full episode notes including links to things discussed in this episode and a full transcription can be found on the episode page on the Arthritis Life website.

What happens when the person who loves everything suddenly likes nothing? Arthritis Life founder and Arthritis Life host Cheryl Crow shares her rocky transition to motherhood while managing a rheumatoid arthritis flare up.She also opens up about her experience with symptoms of postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety, and highlights the importance of therapy in helping her get back to her “usual self.”Please note: this interview initially took place in 2020 on the “What about the Mama?” podcast, hosted by occupational therapist Karena Skibinsky, on episode 11: “What about being a mama with a chronic illness?"Episode at a glance:Why Cheryl founded Arthritis Life after working as an occupational therapist in pediatrics, and the value of “edutainment” (entertaining educational content)!Brief overview of Cheryl’s pregnancy remission and postpartum flare up of rheumatoid arthritisCheryl describes the irritability and mental exhaustion she experienced postpartum with decision fatigue around her medical needs and her baby’s needsHow Cheryl’s postpartum mood changes affected her social relationshipsThe exact moment Cheryl realized she needed to go to therapyHow “leaning in” to work was helpful in some ways and unhelpful in othersThe dangers of a “breast is best” mentality and how Cheryl learned to embrace formula and a “Fed is Best” perspectiveHow being stubborn and optimistic is both the best and worst thing for Cheryl and her husbandCheryl’s advice to other prospective mothers living with chronic illnessesHow Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helped Cheryl cope with her health and motherhood adjustment challengesEpisode SponsorsRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheum to THRIVE, a community support & education program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!Medical disclaimer:All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Full Episode Links, including a transcript:https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/2022/01/21/the-storm-after-the-calm-cheryls-journey-with-postpartum-anxiety-and-rheumatoid-arthritis/

Episode at a glance:Tiffany’s diagnosis journey: from initial diagnosis of RA to eventual diagnosis of non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritisHow Tiffany learned the importance of patient advocacyWhy Tiffany formed AiARTHRITIS -  International Foundation for Autoimmune & Autoinflammatory Arthritis”What is precision medicine and why is it important?Tiffany’s best advice to newly diagnosed patientsHow you can get involved in patient advocacy and volunteer work at her organizationSpeaker Bios:Tiffany Westrich-RobertsonI am the CEO of the International Foundation for Autoimmune & Autoinflammatory Arthritis, "AiArthritis" for short. I am also a person living with non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis, after originally being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). I dedicate my time to running the organization, which has a unique mission to help other patients have a voice, alongside all other stakeholders, as equals. Together, we can solve problems and develop innovative solutions that positively impact education, advocacy, and research.Cheryl CrowCheryl is an occupational therapist who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for nineteen years. Her life passion is helping others with rheumatoid arthritis figure out how to live a full life despite arthritis, by developing tools to navigate physical, emotional and social challenges. She formed the educational company Arthritis Life in 2019 after seeing a huge need for more engaging, accessible, and (dare I say) FUN patient education and self-management resources.Episode SponsorsRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheum to THRIVE, a community support & education program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!Medical disclaimer: All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Full episode details:For full episode details go to the episode page here! 

Episode at a glance:Colleen shares what it was like to grow up with one hand.Colleen’s diagnosis story for rheumatoid arthritis and treatments that have helped.How Colleen met her husband and her tips for chronically ill relationships.How Colleen maintains a “glass half full” attitude and a brief discussion of “toxic positivity.”Pain management strategies that helped Colleen after over 4 joint replacement or fusion surgeries.Colleen’s favorite adaptations and gadgets that help her function with one hand affected by rheumatoid arthritis .Cheryl & Colleen discuss what brings them joy and how they’ve found meaning in “fandom” communities.Colleen’s fertility journey and how she relishes her current role as a “bonus mom” to her best friend’s children.Colleen’s best advice for people newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.Speaker Bios:Colleen Hood:My name is Colleen Hood.  I am a housewife and have been with my husband 34 years.  I was diagnosed with RA age 20 and it started on my hands and knees.  I was born with a limb difference of having just one hand.  But honestly,  I love every part of myself, even the RA.  It makes me ME.  I have always been determined,   strong, “I will get this” type person.   RA just made things a little harder,  but never stopped me.  I am my own bionic woman.   I had my 4 knuckles replaced through surgery, my wrist and ankle fused surgically, my right hip was replaced and I’ve had lots of rheumatoid nodules removed from my feet, fingers, and my little arm elbow.  OT and PT have helped me a lot since I have one hand. I use gadgets and tools and just practice makes progress.  I did develop cataracts at age 37 and early osteoporosis in my mid 30s due to long and large steriod use.  But no complaints... I am all good now.  I love the infusion meds... been on different ones since 2008 and things have been way better since.   I did stop working in 2014 as just having one hand and 2 functional fingers,  I put my health first.  I worked 28yrs and am proud of it.  So now I just care for my hubby and did care for my mom before she died in 2019.  I am everyone's cheerleader and grateful I joined instagram last January.  Cheryl CrowCheryl is an occupational therapist who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for nineteen years. Her life passion is helping others with rheumatoid arthritis figure out how to live a full life despite arthritis, by developing tools to navigate physical, emotional and social challenges. She formed the educational company Arthritis Life in 2019 after seeing a huge need for more engaging, accessible, and (dare I say) FUN patient education and self-management resources.Episode SponsorRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Episode links:Colleen’s ChannelsInstagram channel - https://www.instagram.com/mad4minnie/Cheryl’s Arthritis Life Pages:Arthritis Life website - https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/arthritislifeInstagram @arthritis_life_cheryl - https://www.instagram.com/arthritis_life_cheryl/TikTok @arthritislife - https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritislifeArthritis Life Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/arthritisLIFECheryl on Twitter: @realcc  https://twitter.com/realccArthritis Life Podcast Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/arthritislifepodcastandsupportArthritis Life Program LinksJoin the waitlist for Rheum to THRIVE,  6-month education and support program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!Rheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Medical disclaimer: All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Full Episode Transcript:See www.MyArthritisLIfe.Net for a full episode transcript! 

Episode at a glance:Natalie’s diagnosis stories for fibromyalgia, migraine, celiac, cold urticaria, Hashimoto’s, and other conditionsWhat does fibromyalgia feel like?Cheryl & Natalie discuss how useful the “faulty battery charger” metaphor is for explaining fatigueHow Natalie uses humor to cope with her chronic illnesses, and how that led her to create funny T-shirts and ultimately the Unchargeables communityNatalie’s tips for making invisible illness more visible (including how she formed the “Chargimals” plushies and wrote books to spread awareness)Cheryl & Natalie discuss the value of using entertainment, storytelling and fun to educate people about disabilitiesHow Natalie deals with negative feedback on social mediaHow Cheryl & Natalie navigate being entrepreneurs with chronic illnessNatalie’s advice for newly diagnosed patients with any chronic health conditionSpeaker Bios:Natalie is a chronically ill online entrepreneur, living her best life despite all the health challenges. She lives with Fibromyalgia, Hashimoto's disease, and a bunch of other conditions ever since she was a young girl. She lives on a sunny island with her family and pets. Cheryl Crow is an occupational therapist who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for seventeen years. Her life passion is helping others with rheumatoid arthritis figure out how to live a full life despite arthritis, by developing tools to navigate physical, emotional and social challenges. She formed the educational company Arthritis Life in 2019 after seeing a huge need for more engaging, accessible, and (dare I say) FUN patient education and self-management resources.Episode SponsorRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Episode links:Natalie’s channelshttps://www.instagram.com/wearethechargimals/https://Facebook.com/thechargimals  https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMevL8Tqk/  “The Unchargeables by Natalie”Unchargeables shop: https://www.theunchargeablesshop.com/pages/linksCheryl’s Arthritis Life Pages:Arthritis Life website - https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/arthritislifeInstagram @arthritis_life_cheryl - https://www.instagram.com/arthritis_life_cheryl/TikTok @arthritislife - https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritislifeArthritis Life Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/arthritisLIFECheryl on Twitter: @realcc  https://twitter.com/realccArthritis Life Podcast Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/arthritislifepodcastandsupportArthritis Life Program LinksJoin the waitlist for Rheum to THRIVE,  6-month education and support program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!Rheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Medical disclaimer: All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Full Episode TranscriptGo to MyArthritisLife.Net for a full episode transcript

Episode at a glance:0:00 - 3:25: Lene’s journey with juvenile idiopathic arthritis from diagnosis at age 9 to using a power wheelchair starting at age 16 to now3:25 - 10:40: What is ableism, and how does it relate to other forms of descrimination such as racism or sexism?10:40 - 17:51 - What is health privilege?17:51 - 24:30 -  What is internalized ableism and how might it manifest in a person with chronic illness?24:30 - 30:00  - How to dismantle internalized ableism: disentangling worth from productivity, not being ashamed to use mobility aids or daily living aids30:00 - 34:50 - How Lene is not “wheelchair bound” but in fact a wheelchair is liberating and a helpful tool for everyday life34:50 - 41:00 - The social model of disability and how external barriers are often more limiting to quality of life than the disability itself41:00 - 46:50: The differences between living with an invisible versus visible disability46:50 - 48:10: TRIGGER WARNING (suicide): Brief discussion of assisted suicide as it relates to disability48:10 - 52:50 - How the tropes of disabled people in media (movies, books) are often incredibly over simplified52:50 - 55:30:  What does it mean to have a “dynamic disability” with fluctuating symptoms?55:30 - endUniversal design versus accessibilitySpeaker Bios:Lene (pronounced Lena) is an award-winning writer and rheumatoid arthritis advocate living in Toronto, Canada. Born and raised in Denmark, Lene has had autoimmune arthritis since childhood and has used a power wheelchair since her teens. She has a Masters Degree in Social Work and writes books about living well with RA and other types of chronic illness. Lene shares her home with a cat and too many books.  Cheryl Crow is an occupational therapist who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for seventeen years. Her life passion is helping others with rheumatoid arthritis figure out how to live a full life despite arthritis, by developing tools to navigate physical, emotional and social challenges. She formed the educational company Arthritis Life in 2019 after seeing a huge need for more engaging, accessible, and (dare I say) FUN patient education and self-management resources.Episode SponsorRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. For full episode links and show notes:Go to the Arthritis Life website at: www.MyArthritisLife.Net

In this episode I share why I became an occupational therapist (spoiler alert - it wasn’t about arthritis initially!), answer your “just for fun questions” (including my favorite Taylor Swift songs), answer your arthritis related questions and share insights about coping with the roller coaster of emotions that accompanies chronic illness life. I’m beyond honored and touched to have reached fifty episodes and almost 30,000 downloads of the Arthritis Life podcast! Speaker Bio:Cheryl Crow is an occupational therapist who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for seventeen years. Her life passion is helping others with rheumatoid arthritis figure out how to live a full life despite arthritis, by developing tools to navigate physical, emotional and social challenges. She formed the educational company Arthritis Life in 2019 after seeing a huge need for more engaging, accessible, and (dare I say) FUN patient education and self-management resources.Episode SponsorRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Episode links:Things mentioned in this episode;Podcasts I like:Maximum Fun podcast network - artist owned, listener supported independent podcast networkJudge John Hodgman podcastWe Got This with Mark and Hal podcastThis American Life PodcastSarah Putt - OT4Lyfe PodcastPast episodes I mentionedBest advice for newly diagnosed patientsCheryl’s Arthritis Life Pages:Arthritis Life website - https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/arthritislifeInstagram @arthritis_life_cheryl - https://www.instagram.com/arthritis_life_cheryl/TikTok @arthritislife - https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritislifeArthritis Life Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/arthritisLIFECheryl on Twitter: @realcc  https://twitter.com/realccArthritis Life Podcast Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/arthritislifepodcastandsupportArthritis Life Program LinksJoin the waitlist for Rheum to THRIVE,  6-month education and support program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!Rheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Medical disclaimer: All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Full Episode TranscriptComing soon to the Arthritis Life webpage for this episode! 

Episode at a glance:Ashley’s rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis story: getting the diagnosis at age twenty-seven after being told she was “too young” when she first presented with symptomsFaith: How Ashley’s different kinds of faith help her: faith in God, and faith in herself that she can persevere and achieve her goals, and faith that she can change her mindset.Fitness: Ashley’s journey becoming a personal trainer in 2018, even when those close to her questioned whether she could succeed in that field while having RAFood: How Ashley found a food plan that worked for her to help manage her weight and overall healthy lifestyleCheryl & Ashley discuss different ways to approach a healthy diet in a balanced way that supports quality of life rather than a restriction mindsetFrom sedentary to active: Ashley’s fitness journey was kickstarted with Jazzercise, then a gym membership and then personal training. How fitness helped decrease her pain.Tips for exercising and improving fitness with rheumatoid arthritis: think movement if exercise is intimidating; celebrate what you *can* do and do more of that; make it convenient for you;What is it like to work with a personal trainer?What are some adaptations or modifications for strength training with rheumatoid arthritis when your fingers or wrists hurt?Shame & Comparison: Cheryl & Ashley discuss how to avoid the “comparison trap” on social media, and Cheryl discusses the shame she feels at times due to being a former athlete who now is not in as good of shape as she used to be, and how her identity has shifted away from an identity as an athlete.Positive mindset without minimizing negative emotions: Cheryl & Ashley discuss ways to focus on the positive while not minimizing or delegitimizing the true negative feelings we haveAshley’s entrepreneur experience: starting RA Warrior Fitness LLC two months before the pandemic in 2020Advice for newbies: either newly diagnosed, or people who are new to fitness & RASpeaker Bios:My name is Ashley Nicole and I am a RA Warrior! I've lived with RA for 17 years and counting. It is now my mission to empower women living with rheumatoid arthritis to improve their quality of life through faith, food and fitness.Cheryl Crow is an occupational therapist who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for seventeen years. Her life passion is helping others with rheumatoid arthritis figure out how to live a full life despite arthritis, by developing tools to navigate physical, emotional and social challenges. She formed the educational company Arthritis Life in 2019 after seeing a huge need for more engaging, accessible, and (dare I say) FUN patient education and self-management resources.Episode SponsorRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Episode links:Ashley’s channelsIG: @ashnic_rawarriorfitness, @rawarriorfitnessFB: RA Warrior Fitness, LLCWebsite: https://www.rawarriorfitness.com/Cheryl’s Arthritis Life Pages:Arthritis Life websiteYoutube channelInstagramTikTokFacebook PageTwitterArthritis Life Podcast Facebook GroupMedical disclaimer: All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Full episode transcript:Available on the episode page on the Arthritis Life website! 

Natasha and Cheryl discuss her treatment journey, how her social life was affected by JIA, the importance of diet and stress management in her treatment plan, and why Natasha formed the nonprofit Take a Pain Check.Episode at a glance:Natasha’s diagnosis story and early experiences with juvenile idiopathic arthritisDifferent treatments Natasha has tried, including steroid joint injections, methotrexate, biologic medications, nutrition and dietary changes, Ayurvedic medicine, meditation and other lifestyle changesHow Natasha’s mother helped support and advocate for her when it felt like “nothing was working” in her treatment planHow Natasha navigates peer pressure to drinkWays Natasha manages stress while living with juvenile idiopathic arthritisThe importance of cultural representation and what it means for Natasha to see other South Asian people in the chronic illness communityThings that bring Natasha joy, including singingNatasha’s inspiration for forming the nonprofit Take a Pain CheckThe importance of patient involvement in research and advocacyEpisode SponsorRheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. Episode links:Submit an “Ask me Anything” question to Cheryl in honor of the Arthritis Life Podcast reaching 25,000 downloads! Email at info -at- MyArthritisLife.Net or on the social media links below by Saturday, November 6th.Natasha and Take a Pain Check’s channels:ALL RESOURCES AND PODCAST: https://instabio.cc/takeapaincheck  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeapaincheck_/Twitter: https://twitter.com/takeapaincheckYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRF07SYaN-9fbatNCKhL08gWebsite: www.takeapaincheck.com   Other orgs mentionedCheryl on Take a Pain Check podcast Cassie & Friends: Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Support & ResourcesResearch projects - JIA option map at University of Ottowa (research)PACER - patients doing reserach on other patients Chronic EileenCheryl’s Arthritis Life Pages:Arthritis Life website: https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/arthritislifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritis_life_cheryl/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritislifeFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/arthritisLIFETwitter: https://twitter.com/realccArthritis Life Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/arthritislifepodcastandsupportMedical disclaimer: All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Transcript: go to MyArthritisLife.Net for full episode details and a transcript.

Episode at a glanceOccupational therapy (OT): Why Lindsay became an OT, and Lindsay & Cheryl’s definitions of the profession. (1:00-6:00)Things to think about when accessing a home when you have arthritis: steps, ramps and more, plus tips on aging in place.  (6:00-14:29)Tips for the Bathroom with Arthritis: wiping, bidets, toilet seat height, grab bars, shower gadgets, drying hair and more.  (14:30 - 30:25)Tips for the Kitchen with Arthritis: opening aids, considerations for how you organize items within the kitchen, refrigerator design considerations, kitchen design tips, stools, fatigue mats and chopping aids.  (30:30 - 51:00)Tips for the Bedroom and Dressing with Arthritis: power assist beds, bed rails, pivot grabs, bed ladders, dressing sticks, dressing aids, bras, and more. (51:17-1:01:00)Tips for Living Rooms and Dining Rooms with Arthritis: recliners, arm rests for chairs, round versus square tables and more. (1:01:00 - 1:07:45)The emotional side of adaptive equipment: Tips for coping with shame and other emotions around needing adaptive equipment or assistive devices (1:07:48 - 1:17:09)For a full list of links to everything Lindsay discussed in this episode, go to this special page of her website here https://www.equipmeot.com/arthritislife/.Check out Cheryl's "Favorite Arthritis Items" page for links to some of the things she discussed on this episode: https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/2020/03/17/my-favorite-arthritis-products/Speaker Bios:Lindsay DeLong: As an occupational therapist, I have spent years treating and supporting individuals dealing with all forms of arthritis. I have been challenged to find creative solutions for individuals to help them maintain their independence, self worth and joy in every day life! I’ve learned so much from the arthritis community and am thrilled for the opportunity to give back in any way I can.Cheryl Crow is an occupational therapist who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for seventeen years. She’s passionate about helping others with rheumatoid arthritis live a full life, by using effective tools to manage physical, emotional and social challenges. She formed the educational company Arthritis Life in 2019 after seeing a huge need for more engaging, accessible, and (dare she say) FUN patient education and self-management resources.Episode SponsorThis episode is brought to you by Rheum to THRIVE, a 6-month education and support program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. Join the waitlist today for the next group which starts in Spring, 2022! Episode links:Lindsay’s EquipMeOT channels:Website: EquipMeOT.comYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/c/EquipMeOTInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/equipmeot/For a full list of links to everything Lindsay discussed in this episode, go to this special page of her website here https://www.equipmeot.com/arthritislife/.Check out Cheryl's "Favorite Arthritis Items" page for links to some of the things she discussed on this episode: https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/2020/03/17/my-favorite-arthritis-products/Cheryl’s Arthritis Life Pages:Arthritis Life website: https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/arthritislifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritis_life_cheryl/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritislifeFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ArthritisLifeCherylTwitter: https://twitter.com/realccArthritis Life Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/arthritislifepodcastandsupportArthritis Life Program LinksJoin the waitlist for Rheum to THRIVE,  6-month education and support program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!Rheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, an self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches people with RA how to confidently manage their physical, social and emotional life with this condition.Medical disclaimer: All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Full Episode TranscriptSee arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com for full episode details, including a transcript