Episode 3 - Heat Tips & The Guilt of Resting with Fibromyalgia & Chronic Illness

In this episode of Fibro After Dark, we’re talking about something so many people with chronic illness quietly struggle with — the guilt of resting.From feeling lazy for slowing down, to the pressure of always needing to be productive, this episode explores the emotional side of rest while living with fibromyalgia and chronic illness.I also talk about the current UK heatwave, how hot weather can impact chronic illness symptoms, and share some helpful heat tips inspired by the lovely @fibro_girly on Instagram 💜We discuss:✨ Feeling guilty for resting✨ Productivity pressure & invisible illness✨ Learning to slow down without shame✨ Resting before burnout and flare-ups✨ Heat & fibromyalgia struggles✨ Gentle reminders for protecting your energyIf you’ve ever struggled to give yourself permission to rest, this episode is for you 💜Thank you so much for all the support on Fibro After Dark so far — this community is becoming such a safe and honest space for people living with chronic illness.