Chronic Illness Support: That Chronic Thing
Hey there, I'm Cathy! Living with chronic illness isn't easy, and I'm here to talk about the ups, downs, and everything in between. Whether it's navigating relationships, work, or simply trying to make it through the day, I’m sharing my personal experiences and insights to offer support, humor, and connection for those walking (and rolling) the same path.
From dating while sick to finding small joys amidst the challenges, we’ll laugh, cry, and figure this chronic illness life out together. Join me as we create a space where you don’t have to go through it alone.
Episodes
48 episodes
Living in the Land of the Undiagnosed: My Chronic Illness Story
It’s a solo episode! 🎙️ Today, we’re taking a trip back in time to January 2023, when I first shared my chronic illness story. So much has changed—my symptoms, my knowledge, even my podcasting style. But one thing remains the same: almost every...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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19:59
Navigating Disability, Diagnosis, and Disney Magic with Kim Grant
In this episode of That Chronic Thing, I sit down with Kim to discuss her experiences navigating life with Cerebral Palsy, Celiac Disease, and Lupus. From the exhausting hoops disabled people have to jump through—like prioritizing heal...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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22:11
Chronically Yours: A New Podcast Segment Sharing Real Stories from the Chronic Illness Community
Introducing Chronically Yours, a new segment on That Chronic Thing podcast! This episode explores the power of sharing personal stories from the chronic illness community, ✨because every experience matters.✨Our first story comes from Car...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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6:01
Body Grief & Chronic Illness: Jayne Mattingly on Healing, Acceptance, and Her New Book
In this episode of That Chronic Thing, I talk with Jayne Mattingly about body grief—the losses we experience when our bodies change due to illness, disability, aging, or anything else life throws at us. Jayne shares how her own health ...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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30:42
From Overwhelmed to Organized: Managing Chronic Illness with Guava Health
Managing chronic illness is already a full-time job, and keeping track of symptoms, medications, and doctor’s appointments can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I chat with Isabel from Guava Health about how their platform helps simplify the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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29:09
Big Three, Little Three, and Chronic Tea: Chatting About Illness Life, ft. Clark from Chronically the Sickest Podcast
In this episode of That Chronic Thing, I chat with Clark from Chronically the Sickest Podcast, and we dive into her "big three" and "little three" diagnoses (yep, there’s a Percy Jackson connection). We talk about managing chronic pain, sorting...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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16:18
When Support Shows Up: Stories of Unexpected Kindness
This short and sweet solo episode features a few stories from Cathy's Instagram community! I asked, tell me about a time that someone showed up for you unexpectedly and made a difference. Enjoy these stories and remind yourself: the...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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8:25
Embracing Imperfection while Coping with Chronic Illness, ft. Dr. Talia
In this episode of That Chronic Thing, host Cathy chats with Dr. Talia, an inspiring digital creator who shares her journey of coping with multiple chronic illnesses. Dr. Talia discusses her experiences with perfectionism, the impact of chronic...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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30:24
Inside the world of "Being (Sick) Enough," ft. Jessica Graham
In this episode of That Chronic Thing, we welcome Jessica Graham, a trauma resolution guide, meditation teacher, author, and filmmaker. Celebrating the release of their latest book, Being (Sick) Enough, Jessica explores themes of invisible illn...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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37:50
The Chronic Chronicles: Turning Endometriosis Pain to Purpose, ft. Lexy Halloran
In this episode, we feature Lexy from the Chronic Chronicles podcast! 🎧 We chat about-- Lexy's personal journey with endometriosis and the challenges she faced in getting diagnosed and treated. The difficulties of...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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46:44
Chicken Glimmers, Wheelchair Freedom, and Finding the Joy in Aging despite Illness
In this episode, I’m talking with my friend Nic, all the way from New Zealand. We dive into the ups and downs of life with chronic illness, from finding freedom in her wheelchair to the small joys her animals bring. It’s a conversation full of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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23:24
Spreading Joy: Bringing Light to Others While Navigating Chronic Illness, ft. Casey Taton
In this episode, we sit down with Casey, a chronic illness warrior whose journey with MALS and comorbidities began in 2016. Despite facing her own health struggles, Casey found purpose and healing through helping others. From hospital celebrati...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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17:23
Cathy’s Chronic Illness Journey with ME/CFS, Cannabis, and Connection, ft. Julie Jo Hughes
In this special episode, Cathy is interviewed by her longtime friend, Julie Jo, for an honest and entertaining discussion about life, chronic illness, and the importance of connection.→ WHOOPS: I say that EBV was linked to MS in the pas...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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43:09
Slushy Gratitude and Holiday Hacks: Surviving the Season with Chronic Illness
The holidays are here, bringing cinnamon scents, cozy vibes—and a whole lot of challenges when chronic illness is in the mix. In this episode, we unpack the messy feelings around holiday gratitude, share real-life stories from our listeners, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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16:07
A Light in the Darkness: Remembering Sammy Lincroft
In this deeply heartfelt episode, we celebrate the life and legacy of Sammy Lincroft, a cherished member of the ME/CFS community whose advocacy, knowledge, and friendship impacted thousands. Sammy was a beacon of hope, sharing invaluable resour...
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28:50
How to Be Seen and Heard After Illness: Lessons from Keeley Shantz
In this moving episode, I sit down with Keeley Shantz, a vibrant actor and storyteller who survived multiple strokes and turned her pain into a powerful mission. Keeley shares her journey from dancing in Iowa to pursuing acting in New York City...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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34:14
Crummy Days, Cozy Reads, and My Cannabis Lifeline: Chronic Illness Real Talk
Hello my little ducklings! In this solo episode, I’m back after a few tough weeks, here to catch up and chat about life with ME/CFS, post-exertional malaise, and the ways I’ve been coping. From audiobooks (and my new “brain fog ratings” for eac...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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15:31
Love & Care: Strong Partnerships with Chronic Illness, ft. Whitney Fox
In this episode, Whitney Fox returns to discuss relationships with chronic illness and disability. Key takeaways include:→ Whitney’s story: How she and her husband, Andrew, create shared experiences despite the challenges of chronic ill...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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25:41
(Fixed) Long-Covid & ME/CFS: when post-viral meets post-viral - a conversation with Whitney
Audio problem? What audio problem? A replay of an interview with Whitney Fox from May 2023. Sadly, as relevant as-ever!We talk about our fear of COVID, with the con...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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19:59
Battery Alert: Surviving Festivals, Flare Ups, and Post Exertional Malaise
Hello my chickadees! In this episode of That Chronic Thing, we dive into the internal battery metaphor, a common way to explain energy depletion in ME/CFS. I share my experience attending a festival with my faulty battery and the onset...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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12:44
Redefining Independence: Chronic Illness, Unexpected Adventures, and the Pandemic
Hey honey grahams! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s both tough and strangely beautiful—my journey of navigating independence with chronic illness. The pandemic gave me a unique cover while my world was quietly shifting: from canes to rol...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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13:37
Solo, Sick, and Swiping: The Realities of Online Dating
Hey my jelly bellies! It’s a dating 🚨episode! Single. Wheelchair. Sick. it’s just a different ball game. I want my profile to be honest, as I don’t want to do a bait and switch. I can’t hike, parasail— I ca...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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16:47
ME/CFS recovery seems like a myth— until you meet someone on that journey.
Now let’s cross our fingers, knock on wood, hop on one leg and hold our breath, as we don’t want to do anything that could dispel this progress! Okay? Here is Alison’s story, where she suffers from significant ME/CFS symptoms, rece...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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19:42