Shaking Hands with Chronic Illness™

Shaking Hands with Chronic Illness is a writing-centered space for honest reflection, emotional processing, and grounded support for those living with chronic pain, trauma, or long-term illness. Born from my lived experience of spinal fusions, three different types of cancer, numerous autoimmune illness, and the emotional realities that follow, this platform supports healing in small, sustainable steps.

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The 12-month Journal is also a Workbook

A guided year-long journey of healing, structured around monthly themes, emotional tools, structured exercises, and reflection prompts.

Created to help readers:

  • Untangle emotional patterns

  • Release shame and old narratives

  • Build internal safety

  • Reconnect with self

  • Create compassionate practices

  • Understand the stories our body carries

Blog & Newsletter

Writing from the lived experience of chronic illness, trauma, healing, and resilience. These reflections, stories, and tools are here to help you feel seen, supported, and less alone.

  • Living with chronic illness

  • Emotional trauma and nervous system support

  • Parenting with chronic illness

  • Boundaries, burnout, and self-compassion

  • Identity, grief, and rebuilding

  • Moments of grace and transformation