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Kate Middleton, CEO of The Wren Project, joins us for a special edition as part of the Podcasthon, which seeks to spotlight thousands of charities.
In this episode, Kate shares her personal journey with multiple autoimmune diseases and explains how the body attacks itself instead of viruses. The Wren Project pairs individuals with dedicated volunteers for up to six months of regular support. It provides vital mental health support through dedicated listening services to those living with these often non-invisible conditions, giving an essential lifeline to address and support feelings of isolation and loneliness.
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Chapters
1. Autoimmune Diseases with Kate Middleton, The Wren Project - Podcasthon episode (00:00:00)
2. Episode Introduction and Content Warning (00:00:40)
3. Defining Autoimmune Diseases (00:02:47)
4. Kate's Personal Journey (00:06:30)
5. The Birth of The Wren Project (00:09:53)
6. Addressing Isolation and Loneliness (00:16:14)
7. The Three Core Questions (00:25:20)
8. Invisible Illness and Disability (00:29:50)
9. Final Advice and How to Connect (00:33:11)
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