Chronic Illness & the Groundhog Day Effect

Welcome back to another week of Calling in Sick! The past two episodes were all about setting boundaries with ourselves so we can choose joy more often. And this week? Let’s just say I’m still paying off my Spoonie Jail invoice… and unfortunately, there’s no early release for good behavior. 😅 When flare days stretch into flare weeks (or months), it starts to feel like you’re living the same day over and over again. I call it the Chronic Illness Groundhog Day effect — and I know I’m not alone. This week, I’m breaking down: 🧠 Why time gets weird when you're sick (yep, there's actual neuroscience behind it) 😵‍💫 The “oops-I-had-fun” crash cycle + how to set better boundaries with yourself 🌟 My go-to brain hack to feel momentum—even from bed (escape the loop!) ✨ A peek into my new “Come With Me” series for chronic-illness-friendly escapes Whether you’re stuck on the couch or just tired of feeling stuck, this convo is your permission slip to reclaim time, joy, and a little sparkle! Thanks for Calling in Sick with me again! xx, Alex 💬 Comment: What’s one micro-novelty you’re trying this week? Join the challenge on social media!!! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick! 00:06:30 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Typology Paris Self-Tanning Trio, True Botanicals Glow Drops, Olive & June Press-On Nails, Paint by Numbers) 00:10:48 The Groundhog Day Effect 00:16:55 Introducing micro-novelties 00:20:10 How I discovered go-to brain hack to feel momentum 00:25:35 One Brain Cell Show of The Week: Clarkson’s Farm 00:26:45 LOVE YOU GUYS! ---------------------------------------------------------------- Stay connected and follow social: • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/ • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568 • Substack - https://substack.com/@callinginsickpod? ---------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/ Alex’s Picks of the Week: ✨Typology Paris Self-Tanning Trio — https://go.shopmy.us/p-20574989 ✨True Botanicals Glow Drops — https://go.shopmy.us/p-20403404 ✨Olive & June Press-On Nails — https://go.shopmy.us/p-15896419 ✨Paint by Numbers (Paint Anywhere) — https://go.shopmy.us/p-20403274 #podcast #podcastclips #ChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDisease #ChronicPain #ChronicFatigue #SpoonieLife #HealthJourney #CallingInSick #SpoonieSupport #ChronicIllnessAwareness #MedicalJourney #DisabilityAwareness #SurvivalMode #IdentityShift #medicalgaslighting #womenshealth #selfadvocacy #medicalbias #vasculitis #mixedconnectivetissuedisease #ibd #irritableboweldisease #trauma #ptsd #mentalhealthmatters #findjoy #glimmers #guiltforjoy