Fibro Friends

May 06 2022 39 ep. 53 mins 19
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Everybody needs a friend. Especially when navigating life with chronic pain. Join us each week as we have an honest chat about all things Fibromyalgia.

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"Finding Moments of Joy"

May 06 2022 50 mins  
In this episode, Skye and Caraline are doing a good old Q&A where we asked listeners and Instagram followers to submit questions for us to answer.  Podcast Transcription Podcast Translation (Spanish) . Learn More About the Fibromyalgia Care Society of America: Website: https://www.fibro.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fibrocares Instagram: https://www.in

"I Am Not My Illness"

Apr 22 2022 49 mins  
In this episode, Skye takes the reins and flies solo interviewing her friend and autoimmune life coach Ximena. They discuss Ximena's story of being diagnosed with an autoimmune illness following a breast implant surgery, how different care looks for people living with chronic illness and learning how to make healthy boundaries for yourself. Podcast Transcription Podcast T

"Somebody That Understands"

Apr 08 2022 51 mins  
In this episode, we are having a good old fashion Fibro Friends vent session. We each share our current personal struggles, how we deal with disappointment and discuss the topic of labels in the chronic illness community. Podcast Transcription Podcast Translation (Spanish) . Learn More About the Fibromyalgia Care Society of America: Website: https://www.fibro.org/  Facebo

"Focused On Feelings"

Mar 25 2022 50 mins  
In this episode, we chat with chronic illness mindset coach, blogger, and fellow podcaster, Natalie. We discuss her journey with Ulcerative Colitis, the odd coincidence of chronic illness patients being diagnosed while in college, what led her to become a mindset coach, and why she loves creating content for her fellow chronic illness warriors. Podcast Transcription Podcast Tr

"Symptoms Over Age"

Mar 11 2022 55 mins  
In this episode, we speak with the founder of Hormone University and Glow Botanica, Ana Herrera. Ana was diagnosed with Stage Five Endometriosis at a young age and was then inspired to help guide others along in their own journeys. We discuss the stigma that surrounds conditions like Endometriosis, why being knowledgeable about your hormones is so important, and why it's vital

"Dissonance"

Feb 25 2022 74 mins  
In this episode, we have the creator and amazing mind behind the content on Instagram's Chronically Candid Memes, Kay. We chat about her story dealing with Endometriosis as well as the other illnesses she has been diagnosed with following a doctor's poor decision. We also discuss medical gaslighting, our perspectives on being a female patient, and why sometimes dark humor is t

"Self Care Can Be So Simple"

Feb 11 2022 47 mins  
In this episode, we talk about what self-care might look like for someone with a chronic illness. We discuss some of the myths surrounding self-care, share some of our own favorite ways to take care of our minds, bodies, and spirits, and go off on a few tangents about groundhogs and high-school health class. Podcast Transcription Podcast Translation (Spanish) . Learn More About the

"I'm In the Couch"

Jan 28 2022 55 mins  
In this episode, we discuss the topic of medical marijuana. To help guide us through this hot button topic, we invited our Fibro Friend and previous guest Kil to talk about all things cannabis, edibles, vaping, and more. We also go over the process of obtaining a medical marijuana card, the negative stigma that surrounds those who use medical marijuana and share a lot of great

"We Know How Its Feels"

Jan 14 2022 54 mins  
In this episode, we kick off Season 4 with an honest chat about COVID-19 and its effects on our mental health as well as our physical health. We also touch on the topic of how we deal with overlapping symptoms with Fibromyalgia and many other conditions.  Podcast Transcription Podcast Translation (Spanish) . Learn More About the Fibromyalgia Care Society of America: Website: h

"Tiny Little Changes"

Nov 19 2021 60 mins  
In this episode, we interview certified nutritionist, personal trainer, coach, and fellow Fibro Warrior Rachel Gerson of Pain-Free Kitchen. We discuss everything from diets and nutrition, food allergies vs. intolerances, and Rachel's four key tips to finding balance while living with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain. Podcast Transcription Podcast Translation (Spanish) . Learn Mor