You’re Not Alone, Raw and Honest Conversations

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Welcome to the You’re Not Alone, Raw and Honest Conversations Podcast! You’re Not Alone is a podcast dedicated to sharing honest stories about my life experience (including being an employee, patient in the physical and mental health world, a significant other, a family member, and everything in between). Through open conversations and personal reflections, this show offers a safe, understanding space for anyone navigating their own life journey. Whether you’re seeking comfort, connection, or just a reminder that you’re not alone, this podcast is here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

  1. 12/12/2024

    PTSD: Managing Stress

    This podcast is about my current stressor and how I deal with stress when it starts to become paralyzing/debilitating. When I am very stressed out I tend to do nothing. There doesn’t seem to be a way forward. However, I’ve learned exercising and communicating how I feel with my loved ones is very helpful since PTSD symptoms can become worse.

    25 min

  2. 09/01/2023

    My Coworker Struggles With PTSD Too

    It’s hard to find people who understand you when you struggle with something like PTSD…My coworker shared she struggles with PTSD too. It’s nice to meet someone that understands, but also very sad to know they go through tough situations too. I also share what’s been going on

    52 min

  3. 09/11/2022

    C-PTSD

    In this episode I discuss a little of what life has been like 1 year after my artificial disc replacement.

    30 min

  4. 01/23/2022

    Feelings of Loneliness

    In this episode, I discuss how those of us with chronic pain conditions experience feelings of loneliness. Most specifically how I experience feelings of loneliness while struggling with fibromyalgia and childhood trauma. It’s important to acknowledge that this is a normal and common feeling amongst those of us who have chronic pain conditions.   National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 Life With Fibromyalgia Website: https://lifewithfibro.podbean.com

    46 min

  5. 01/06/2022

    Finding A Purpose When Chronically Ill

    In this episode I share my thoughts about the importance of finding a purpose for those of us who are struggling. Since we're now into a new year, I wanted to mention a few ideas for those of you who need encouragement or inspiration to get some goals together. Setting goals and feeling accomplished starts bringing meaning into our lives. Wherever you're at in your journey, I hope that you can take something from this episode.

    32 min

  6. 12/31/2021

    ADR Success (Recovery & Life Outlook)

    In this episode, I discuss my artificial disc replacement (ADR) recovery, 8 months post-op! I share the impact a successful ADR has on your mental and physical health. Come listen, I hope you can relate or get something out of this episode.   Life With Fibromyalgia Website: https://lifewithfibro.podbean.com

    13 min

  7. 06/15/2021

    The First 3 Days After ADR Surgery

    In this episode, I discuss my experience after being discharged from anterior artificial disc replacement surgery. You’ll hear about the way fibromyalgia might have had a huge influence on pain control after surgery. I also give a short update about how I feel now that I’m 5 weeks post-op!   By the way, I would like to note that if you listen to my “Intro” episode (maybe other episodes too), things have changed over time and I’m not sure my Bipolar type 2 diagnosis is accurate. Not that labels really matter, but I’m just not sure about this one.     Life With Fibromyalgia Website: https://lifewithfibro.podbean.com   Website References https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28868795/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28868795/ https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-7399/naltrexone-oral/details https://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/understanding-fibromyalgia-treatment https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(16)00102-6/pdf https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/lab-report/why-fibromyalgia-patients-cant-regulate-their-pain

    24 min

  8. 06/03/2021

    I Got An Artificial Disc Replacement

    Trigger Warning: I briefly discuss one way PTSD anger affects me. I explain my back problem/symptoms and share what led to the disc replacement surgery. I also give an update about what's been going on during the past 1.5 years that I haven't podcasted. Stay tuned for additional information about my disc replacement on upcoming episodes!   Note: My apologies if you hear random background noise once or twice during the episode. Also, please be patient with me. It's been over a year that I've recorded; therefore, my filler words happen quite often. I promise it will get better!

    32 min
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Welcome to the You’re Not Alone, Raw and Honest Conversations Podcast! You’re Not Alone is a podcast dedicated to sharing honest stories about my life experience (including being an employee, patient in the physical and mental health world, a significant other, a family member, and everything in between). Through open conversations and personal reflections, this show offers a safe, understanding space for anyone navigating their own life journey. Whether you’re seeking comfort, connection, or just a reminder that you’re not alone, this podcast is here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

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