Defying Chronic Illness: A Musical Journey of Determination

In this episode of The Living on the B Side podcast, musician Kristie Jaques shares her inspiring story of living with chronic lung illness while pursuing her passion for songwriting and performing. Read about more inspiring, powerful songs in my FREE download ➡️ bit.ly/35PowerofMusicSongs She opens up to host Birgit Livesey about rediscovering her love of music during the COVID-19 pandemic and navigating the daily challenges of pulmonary sarcoidosis. Despite her diagnosis, Kristie remains determined to follow her dreams, finding strength and solace in writing and recording original songs. Through our uplifting conversation, we discuss overcoming health obstacles, the importance of community support, and how facing challenges can uncover inner resilience and fuel creativity. For those dealing with chronic illness or seeking motivation, this podcast provides an insightful look at one artist’s determination to pursue her musical dreams despite health roadblocks. I am sure you will be encouraged by Kristie's story of resilience and perseverance. ===================== Subscribe and listen to the Living on the B Side Podcast HERE: ===================== 👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livingonthebside 👉 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/living-on-the-b-side/id1548622108 👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ajiDp7FzS6FbWn3odD2Ri ===================== Here are ways to connect and work with me at Living on the B Side: ===================== 🎙️ For support or inquiries, please go to: https://livingonthebside.com/contact-us/ 🎙️ For becoming a possible guest on my podcast, register your interest here: https://forms.gle/XLyXrwzt9jZ5S4Hp6 🎙️ Coaching: More details on how to use music for self-reflection & more: https://livingonthebside.com/work-with-me/ 🎙️ Join the B Side Community on Facebook right here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingonbside ===================== Connect with me! ===================== Website: ➡️www.livingonthebside.com FB page ➡️ www.facebook.com/livingonthebside IG➡️ www.instagram.com/livingonthebside/ FB Group ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/livingonbside ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 0:00 - 5:00: Introduction and Christy's background and love of music 5:00 - 10:00: Christy shares how she stepped away from music for 30 years and rediscovered it during the pandemic 10:00 - 15:00: Christy discusses being diagnosed with pulmonary sarcoidosis in 2009 and how her health has progressed 15:00 - 20:00: Overcoming embarrassment of oxygen use and depression through a return to music 20:00 - 25:00: Christy's goals of improving her health for a potential lung transplant and hopes to perform live 25:00 - 30:00: Discussion on gratitude, inspirational songs, and overcoming challenges through a love of music ===================== #LivingontheBSide #powerofmusic #musicpodcast ===================== About this podcast: Living on the B Side is a music podcast that showcases the power of music through people sharing their experiences with music and its impact in their lives. Your host B(irgit) also shares information and tips around how to integrate music as a tool for self-reflection.