Tag Archives: isolation

Client Stories: Richard’s Journey

Continuing on for 2021’s Men’s Health Week we wanted to share Richard’s recovery story as an important journey from dealing with persistent illness as a young man and growing into a healthy adult in part by learning to meet his needs and facing uncomfortable processes. He shares his challenges with gluten ataxia, celiac disease, a […]

OHC Live 82 – The importance of support

The isolation of chronic illness can change and reset many of our relationships. The people and activities that used to make sense for our life no longer fit the same way. Alex discusses the importance of making a conscious effort to build new relationships that fit the context of our life during and after the […]

OHC Live Ep 008 – Community

With an isolating illness like ME, CFS or Fibromyalgia, it’s important to find a way to stay connected to some sort of community. Alex gives some tips on how relationships may change and how to connect to new people on the recovery path. Listen to the audio version on our podcast (also available through iTunes, […]