As you probably know, one of the things I’m trying to do this year is create resources and guides for people living with chronic illness. From how to pace to understanding subluxations and dislocations, I want to provide information that will help educate in an accessible way. Last year, I reviewed my experience of online … Read more
After the wonderful response to my last post all about what I learned at a Pacing Masterclass with Occupational Therapist, Jo Southall, I’m delighted to be able to share more information that I hope will help other people who haven’t had access to appropriate care and support when it comes to learning to pace, rest, … Read more
Pacing…oh where to start? Pacing is one of those phrases that’s impossible to ignore if you’re any way involved in the chronic illness sphere. Scratch that, if you’ve seen any kind of medical professional about a chronic illness full stop. It’s touted as one of the most important tools when it comes to helping us … Read more
One of the biggest topics I get asked about is how I manage to navigate work with chronic illness. I’m planning on making a video with a friend of mine about this topic soon, but I thought it might be interesting to speak with an employer – my employer – and ask some of the … Read more
More and more I’m seeing people talk about how an Occupational Therapist can be of benefit to people living with chronic illness, but it’s something that I honestly don’t know that much about. The only somewhat relevant experience I’ve ever has been with Occupational Health (which is different) in a work environment, and to be … Read more
It took me a long time to come to terms with deciding to become a wheelchair user, but when I knew that I was ready it was like a switch flicked in my brain. For the first time in years, I had a ‘real job’, and even the few hours a week I went in … Read more
People who have been following me across various platforms for some time will know that my whole ‘schtick’ is research and self-experimentation. Understanding what works for your body is the most important thing that you can do when you’re healing, whether it’s from a chronic illness, or are just looking to become healthier. One of … Read more
