Tag: mental-health

  • Not Just Ill: Redefining My Chronic Condition

    Dealing with an invisible chronic illness isn’t easy. Beyond the fatigue, physical pain, and brain fog, there’s another layer of struggle: people don’t see how unwell you are. They see the outside—maybe a sun-kissed face, some makeup, a well-put-together outfit, a warm greeting—and they draw their own conclusions. They see you show up at a…

  • Accessibility Is More Than Ramps: Living with Invisible Disabilities

    On Monday, I shared thoughts on the lived experience of disability. I unexpectedly received messages of gratitude from readers across the board. There is so much quiet hurt in the world—people feeling misunderstood, or navigating conversations about illness without care or compassion. Yesterday, I had a conversation with a rehabilitation doctor. He asked whether I…