This episode will begin to address the consequences of delayed and or improper intervention when we get hurt. There will be (2) guests who will share their chronic pain journey.  Also the subject of Post Traumatic Osteoarthritis will be briefly introduced since it's often the result of delayed intervention.  

There will be a re cap of previous episodes as well as as the important tie-ins with the subject matter.

This Episode will further address harmful results to our bodily structures as a consequence of improper types of intervention as well as the result of delayed interventions.  Christine our guest this week will reveal the intricacies of her story. She will unveil both improper types of interventions as well as the harm that she experienced to her bodily structures a result of delayed intervention.

There will be a re cap of previous episodes as well as as the important tie-ins with the subject matter.

This episode will return back to the subject of Post Traumatic Osteoarthritis Arthritis introduced in episode one. During this episode more details and statistics will be shared on the topic. Our next guest, Tameka will bravely reveal the frustrations she experienced navigating the referral process to obtain timely intervention of her insidious symptoms.

There will be a re cap of previous episodes as well as as the important tie-ins with the subject matter.

This Episode will address some of experiences associated with misdiagnoses, dismissals, delayed interventions and gaslighting that are commonly shared among chronic pain and disabled sufferers. The term “The Gaslight Effect” coined by Dr. Robin Stern will be discussed. Our (2) guests today- Lindsay and Christine will openly share some of their experiences pertaining to this topic.

In this Episode- Our guest, Barb, will share her traumatic injury and how her accident resulted in life altering changes. She does convey the beauty of having great support allowing her to manage the future challenges of raising a family and job force obligations. This episode will lightly return to the subject of steroids brought up by Charles in episode 1 (i.e. bony structure changes after long term use of steroids/early detection of bony structural changes). Some other mishaps accompanying chronic pain and disabilities that need even further elaboration (i.e. depression, financial struggles, relationships shifts and some side effects of prescribed and OTC medications) experienced by many chronic pain and disabled persons) will continue to be unraveled in the subsequent episodes.

There will be a re cap of previous episodes as well as as the important tie-ins with the subject matter.

In this Episode, we further address (2) issues that easily become factors that those with chronic pain and disability might have to tackle along their journey. The objective in this episode is to educate you further on these issues while making some hopeful recommendations.

This episode begins Part I of a 3-4-part segment focusing Caregivers who have in the past or continue to act in the capacity of caregiver. The goals of this segment is to1) provide some insight into the lives of those acting in such a capacity 2) provide some practical tips that might benefit others with similar circumstances and 3) offer the Caregivers the opportunity to verbally debrief.

This Episode is Part II of the 5- part segment addressing Caregivers behind the patients. Part II is quite unique. Our guest Crystal (19-year-old) discusses her radical life changing events assisting in the care of her mother as a very young child. Tune- in to glean some wisdom and tidbits for yourself or others in your circle.

This Episode is Part III of the 4- part segment addressing Caregivers behind the patients. Part III is quite special because I give a little of my testimony. I also have a guest Alicia who warmly shares her experience as a caregiver. The emphasis of this episode is what are we learning or have learned from the caregiver experience-maybe you can relate?

In this episode, As we close out the series on The Caregivers Behind the Chronic Pain Sufferers, I am excited to have as my guest, Robin Dill among many things comes to speak to us as a Congregational Respite Director. If you have been following our previous episodes you got to listen to some other caregivers (former and present).  It appears to be universal no matter where you are or who you are, respite is needed. Let’s Listen in to hear what we may learn.

In this episode, we dive into several weeks exposing the audience to the subject of Autoimmune Disorders. The subject is so worthy of weeks of dedication, for it affects millions of all age groups, racial diversity and geographic locations. Each episode will feature a guest who will be brave and vulnerable enough to share their stories to the world. Our guest this week is a 28 y/o fighter. Let’s listen in!

For the next 5 weeks we will continue to educate and bring more public awareness about Autoimmune Disorders. In this episode, we feature Alicia, a RN by trade who served as a director for several years supervising over 50 employees until she had to finally step away from her position. Tune in to hear more!

We Enter 2025- Continuing to address the topic of Auto Immune Disorders. This subject is so vast, affecting millions across the globe. Over the next few weeks would like to bring additional guests to share their perspective about their disorders. Today’s guest is Jackie -exposing her victories and defeats as a vibrant mother of 2 young children when she began to functionally decline. Listen In!

There will sometimes be a re cap of previous episodes and or important tie-ins with the subject matter.

We continue with Autoimmune Disorders Series for 2025. Since we have had numerous more interviewees come forward- this series will be extended. 

Today’s guest Linda will tell her story of autoimmune diagnosis initiating during early teen years to go into dormancy, however symptomatology unfolding in many other ways greater than 35 years later in life. Her caring and compassionate spirit evokes a good message. Listen In. 

There will sometimes be a re cap of previous episodes and or important tie-ins with the subject matter.

Item descriptionWe continue the journey to educate and promote awareness about autoimmune disorders. The next upcoming episodes identify ways to minimize flare ups that are often experienced by those suffering from autoimmune disorders. Today, in addition to talking more about emotional stressors, we will have a guest, Lauryn. Lauryn, who is not just funny but wise and very determined, tells her story. She reveals how her symptoms started very early on and how she deals with her disabilities. I believe that you can glean from her story. Listen In.

Item descriptionSo, we have so much to still learn about autoimmune disorders. We continue this journey to promote awareness and provide education to hopefully achieve change. In addition, to our guest Kim, who suffers from 2 autoimmune disorders, providing us with a wealth of knowledge that can be very beneficial to many out there listening, I will cover information on nutrition and diet. Studies are proving that Auto-Immune Diet Protocol is extremely helpful. Please listen In.

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Item descriptionSo, we continue with our season covering autoimmune disorders. If you have missed the beginning of the season, go back to episode 1 in November. But today, we bring on Tyra a 26 y/o whose dancing and acting career were disrupted by the course of her ongoing symptoms and medical complications - finally getting diagnosed with autoimmune disorder in July 2021. She still manages to laugh in spite of her many struggles. Listen In.

There will sometimes be a re cap of previous episodes and or important tie-ins with the subject matter.