The Chronic Movie Lover
The Chronic Movie Lover is a podcast for those who know that movies and TV are more than just entertainment—they shape us, inspire us, and even save us. For me, they were an escape from the chronic pain I’ve lived with since I was nine. Films and TV shows became my sanctuary, a place to feel, dream, and connect. In this podcast, I share the movies and shows that changed my life, made me laugh, made me cry, and made me think. I also talk about living with chronic pain, the lessons I’ve learned, and the ways pop culture intersects with life’s toughest challenges. Sometimes, I have guests to dive deeper into these conversations. If you love movies, TV, and real, honest storytelling—this is for you.
The Chronic Movie Lover
Chronic Pain, Coping, and My Ozempic Journey
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Today’s episode is going to be a very personal one. Usually, I connect my love of movies and TV to my life with chronic pain, but today I want to talk about something that’s been just as much a part of my journey: weight, food, and the role they’ve played in how I’ve coped with pain.
For a long time, eating was one of my main coping mechanisms, besides watching movies and TV shows. It gave me comfort when nothing else could. But it also led to changes in my body that were hard to carry, both physically and emotionally. Gaining weight became a part of my chronic pain story, and eventually, so did my decision to start using Ozempic.
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