The Largest Minority

People with disability and chronic illness are the world’s largest minority, yet their stories are often left unheard. Not anymore. Presented by the Wellness Empowerment Movement, ‘The Largest Minority’ are given a voice and in return you gain a perspective. We need a paradigm shift, and we need your support – to dissemble ableist constructs and improve the quality of life for those with chronic illness and disability. All we need is for you to listen to the stories of those with chronic illness and disability featured here, and that awareness alone will create systemic change to support a minority group that has been ignored for far too long. It is time for a change. It starts here.

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Naomi's story: Fibromyalgia

June 08, 2021 • Wellness Empowerment Movement • Season 1 • Episode 4

From someone who was always healthy and at the top of her game to facing a new reality of chronic pain and insomnia, Naomi's life changed after a car accident. Without any acute injuries requiring emergency care, in the hours after she began experiencing pain, until it reached a debilitating state over the weeks to follow causing her to leave her work and studies. Fighting for relief she began her search for answers, until a diagnosis of Fibromyalgia was confirmed. This is Naomi's story.

Content warning: This episode deals with a car accident and chronic pain. If this triggers something for you, please seek support. For support please contact a Helpline or in an emergency contact 000 (Australia) -
Lifeline: Call 13 11 14 or visit https://www.lifeline.org.au
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 or visit https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au

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We want to hear your stories of chronic illness, disability or adversity. If you want to share your story please contact us - hello@wellnessempowermentmovement.com

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If you want to show Naomi your support, you can follow her journey on:
- instagram @body_positive_fitness
- facebook https://www.facebook.com/Bodypositivefit
- Fibromyalgia blog https://fibrowellbeing.wixsite.com/fibrowellbeing

WEM Website: www.wellnessempowermentmovement.com