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I'm a Long Covid long-hauler living with M.E., POTS, dysautonomia, and hEDS. I write about living with chronic illness and disability through an airborne-aware and covid realist lens.

EverGrief

By Madeleine Alice

Honouring grief in all its forms & tending the life that still lives within it.

My Long (Covid) Pause

By Lisa ⨾ mylongpause

Reflections on little moments and big feelings while navigating chronic illness.

The Blackest Side of Long Covid

By Chimére L. Sweeney

Labeled a "tour de force" in the book, Invisible Illness, The Blackest Side of Long Covid brings my REAL story as a Black disabled woman with Long Covid to life. From a thriving Baltimore classroom to 13 ER visits, I know my story matters. You will, too.

Let Your Life Speak

By Asha Sanaker

Rediscovering the lost art of integrity

Cracked Open

By David B Younger PhD

Every week, I offer experiences to navigate living with a disability, relationships, and the impossible parts of life. Informed by 25 years as a psychologist and my own journey with chronic illness. Join me for honest perspectives on embracing equanimity.

David writes beautifully and deeply personally about life with disability. A huge bonus is that he records audio for his essays for those who prefer to listen!

- Illness and Insight

The Tonic

By Amy

A refreshing concoction of wellness resources and stories for those interested in COVID, long COVID, ME/CFS, and other health conditions…served straight up, with a dash of humor.

The Disabled Ginger

By Broadwaybabyto

A place to learn about disability rights, being chronically ill during a pandemic and how to cope with losing your health & independence.