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Author Interview Jess Graham : Childhood Invisible Illness. Service Dogs, Writing a Book, and what about God?

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In this conversation, Jess shares their journey of writing the book 'Being Sick Enough', which explores themes of invisible illness, childhood trauma, and the complexities of living with chronic conditions. The discussion delves into the challenges faced as a sick child, the misunderstandings surrounding invisible illnesses, and the process of writing personal stories while navigating relationships and self-acceptance. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of navigating trauma, the importance of meditation, and the intersection of medication and wellness. They discuss the significance of honest conversations about medication, the balance between solitude and community, and the role of spirituality in personal healing. The dialogue also touches on societal challenges and the need for empathy, as well as practical travel tips for those with chronic illness.

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invisible illness, chronic illness, trauma, writing, personal stories, mental health, self-acceptance, authenticity, healing, Jess, trauma, meditation, wellness, medication, spirituality, empathy, chronic illness, travel tips, community, solitude


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In this conversation, Jess shares their journey of writing the book 'Being Sick Enough', which explores themes of invisible illness, childhood trauma, and the complexities of living with chronic conditions. The discussion delves into the challenges faced as a sick child, the misunderstandings surrounding invisible illnesses, and the process of writing personal stories while navigating relationships and self-acceptance. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of navigating trauma, the importance of meditation, and the intersection of medication and wellness. They discuss the significance of honest conversations about medication, the balance between solitude and community, and the role of spirituality in personal healing. The dialogue also touches on societal challenges and the need for empathy, as well as practical travel tips for those with chronic illness.

Keywords


invisible illness, chronic illness, trauma, writing, personal stories, mental health, self-acceptance, authenticity, healing, Jess, trauma, meditation, wellness, medication, spirituality, empathy, chronic illness, travel tips, community, solitude


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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