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Navigating chronic illness is a lifelong journey. Don’t travel alone.

  1. 12/23/2025 · VIDEO

    64: The Joy of Holiday Music: How Seasonal Songs Create Connection and Comfort ( S2 EP 31)

    Holiday music has a unique way of bringing people together, sparking joy, and creating meaningful connections—especially during a season that can be both beautiful and emotionally complex. In this final holiday episode of the season, the hosts of Autoimmune Adventures explore the powerful role holiday music plays in helping us feel connected, comforted, and more present during the holidays. We talk about why music matters, how seasonal songs can lift our mood, calm our nervous system, and help us feel less alone—particularly for those living with chronic illness, autoimmune disease, or holiday stress. Music can become a form of support, a grounding tool, and even a bridge between people when words fall short. ✨ What you’ll hear in this episode: How holiday music helps create joy and emotional connection Why music can be a powerful tool during the holidays—especially during hard seasons A curated list of many of our favorite holiday songs that bring comfort, joy, and meaning A special return from Annie Toro Lopez, who joins us again to share how music has shaped her holiday season and helped her find moments of joy and connection Reflections on using music intentionally to support mental health and emotional well-being during the holidays Whether you love classic holiday songs, modern seasonal favorites, or instrumental music that soothes the soul, this episode invites you to think about how holiday music can become part of your own support system. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and maybe even build your own holiday playlist along the way. 📅 Episode Release Date: December 23 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who could use a little extra joy this season.   #HolidayMusic #JoyOfMusic #HolidaySeason #FindingJoy #MusicAndConnection #ChronicIllnessSupport #AutoimmuneCommunity #MentalHealthDuringHolidays #HolidayWellness #SeasonalJoy #AutoimmuneAdventures #MusicHeals

    29 min
  2. 12/16/2025 · VIDEO

    63: Mental Health, Boundaries, and Chronic Illness During the Holidays (S2 E30)

    Not everyone experiences the holidays as happy — and that deserves to be said out loud. The holidays can be joyful — and they can also be overwhelming, emotional, and physically draining, especially for those living with chronic illness or autoimmune disease. In this episode of Autoimmune Adventures, we’re having an honest, compassionate conversation about navigating the holiday season in a way that protects your mental health, honors your body, and supports your emotional well-being. We talk about recognizing small moments of joy, acknowledging grief and loss that often surface during the holidays, setting boundaries without guilt, and choosing peace over pressure. We also discuss the importance of creating a mental health toolkit before the holiday season begins — so you’re not scrambling for support when stress, fatigue, or emotional overload hits. This episode is for anyone who feels like the traditional holiday narrative doesn’t fit their reality. Whether you’re managing chronic illness, autoimmune disease, burnout, or grief, this conversation offers validation, practical tools, and gentle reminders that your needs matter — especially during the holidays. 🎄 Holiday Episode #4 📅 Released December 16 🎧 Hosted by Stacy, Becky, and Alysia If this episode resonates, consider liking, subscribing, and sharing it with someone who could use a little extra compassion this season.  #AutoimmuneAdventures #HolidayMentalHealth #ChronicIllnessSupport #AutoimmuneDisease #MentalHealthAwareness #HolidayBoundaries #ChronicIllnessLife #GentleHolidays #MentalHealthToolkit #LivingWithChronicIllness #NervousSystemCare #SelfCompassion #InvisibleIllness

    30 min
  3. 11/25/2025 · VIDEO

    60: Holiday Travel With Autoimmune & Chronic Illness: Tips & Stress-Free Travel Strategies (S2 E27)

    Welcome to the FIRST episode of our 2025 Holiday Series! Releasing just in time for Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday rush, this episode of Autoimmune Adventures dives deep into how to travel during the holidays with chronic illness or autoimmune disease—without losing your sanity, your health, or your joy. In this conversation, Stacy and Becky sit down with guests Anthony Heard and Chelsea Streit to explore realistic, compassionate strategies for navigating the busiest travel season of the year. Whether you're traveling across the country or just across town, this episode will help you feel more prepared, more confident, and more supported. In This Episode, We Cover: ✈️ Why traveling still matters, even when it requires extra preparation 🌻 How the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard can make airports and transit smoother 🍽️ Avoiding holiday diet pitfalls and staying true to your personal “rulebook of life” 🧭 Creating a travel routine that works for YOU (not someone else!) 😰 Navigating travel stress, crowds, expectations, and boundaries 🎒 What to put in your holiday travel kit for safer, smoother trips This episode is packed with real talk, practical tools, and the encouragement you need to travel with confidence this season. If you live with an autoimmune condition, chronic illness, or invisible disability—this holiday travel guide is for you. 👉 Episode Release Date: November 23, 2025 — perfectly timed for Thanksgiving and the start of holiday travel chaos. 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on: Autoimmune health • Chronic illness support • Mental wellness • Diet + lifestyle tools • Boundaries • Stress management • Invisible disability advocacy • Joy-filled living #AutoimmuneAdventures #HolidayTravel #ChronicIllnessTravel #InvisibleDisability #SunflowerLanyard #AutoimmuneDisease #ChronicIllnessTips #HolidayWellness #TravelWithChronicIllness #ThanksgivingTravel #StressFreeTravel #HolidaySeason2025 #ChronicIllnessSupport

    38 min
  4. 11/18/2025 · VIDEO

    59: Rebuilding Strength with Chronic Illness: Sharon Jones on Resilience, Mindset & Healing (S2 EP26)

    In this empowering episode of Autoimmune Adventures, Stacy and Alysia sit down with Sharon Jones — speaker, advocate, and chronic illness warrior — to talk about what it really means to rebuild your strength while living with autoimmune disease. Sharon opens up about her personal journey, the mindset shifts that changed everything, and the practical strategies she uses to navigate daily life with purpose and resilience. If you're looking for inspiration, validation, or tools to help you keep going on your autoimmune or chronic illness journey, this conversation is for you. 🌟 In this episode, we talk about: What resilience really looks like during chronic illness Sharon’s powerful story of rebuilding strength How mindset, community, and self-compassion shape healing Practical tips for navigating autoimmune challenges Why owning your story can transform your life 🎙️ Autoimmune Adventures is a podcast created for anyone living with autoimmunity, chronic illness, or invisible disabilities. We bring honest conversations, expert voices, and real-life strategies to help you live boldly, advocate for yourself, and find joy in the middle of it all. 🔔 New episodes every Tuesday! Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share to support our mission of helping autoimmune warriors thrive.   To contact Sharon:  https://linktr.ee/SharonJonesCoaching #AutoimmuneAdventures #ChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDisease #Resilience #SharonJones #InvisibleIllness #ChronicIllnessCommunity #HealingJourney #MindsetMatters #SpoonieLife

    38 min
  5. 11/11/2025 · VIDEO

    58: Advocating For Rare Disease with Chelsea Streit (S2 E25)

    In this inspiring episode of Autoimmune Adventures, hosts Stacy, Becky, and Alysia sit down with Chelsea Streit, a passionate rare disease advocate living with Cowden Syndrome and Sjögren’s Syndrome. Chelsea shares her powerful story of navigating chronic illness, emotional healing, and the small victories that make each day meaningful. From the heartbreak of diagnosis to finding love, purpose, and advocacy, Chelsea’s journey shines a light on the resilience and courage of the chronic illness community. She opens up about how she manages flare days, balances rest with productivity, and uses creative hobbies and practical tools to find hope and healing. 💬 In this episode, we discuss: How small victories can transform your chronic illness mindset Emotional healing and stress management for autoimmune and rare diseases Tools, hobbies, and routines that make hard days easier The power of self-advocacy and community support How Chelsea turned pain into purpose and found connection through advocacy If you’re living with autoimmune disease, chronic illness, or a rare condition, this conversation will remind you that healing is not about perfection — it’s about persistence, purpose, and grace. Subscribe to Autoimmune Adventures for more real stories of resilience, advocacy, and living well with chronic illness. #AutoimmuneAdventures #ChelseaStreit #CowdenSyndrome #SjogrensSyndrome #RareDiseaseAdvocacy #ChronicIllnessWarrior #AutoimmuneAwareness #PatientAdvocacy #ChronicIllnessSupport #HealingJourney #SelfCare #RestAndRecovery #InvisibleIllness #MentalHealthAndChronicIllness #ResilienceAndHope

    26 min

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