EPISODE · Aug 19, 2026 · 4 MIN
Mini Series (Plan To Feel)
from Broken But Still Breathing · host Jen Weaver and Stasha Parker
Send us Fan MailDiscover how to identify and cultivate safe spaces that truly understand and support the unique experiences of living with chronic illness. Learn practical tools for evaluating support groups, online communities, and friendships to protect your energy and foster genuine connection. In this episode: Red flags to watch for that drain your energy in support communities Green flags indicating a nourishing and validating environment How to evaluate whether a support space is truly safe Tips for finding or creating your own supportive community The importance of specific searches and leveraging online platforms Practical steps for testing and building nourishing relationshipsWe are not doctors, just two chronic illness patients sharing our perspective, lived experience, and the ins and outs of navigating this journey.Connect with Jen: https://www.instagram.com/jenthegracefuladvocate/?__pwa=1Connect with Stasha: https://www.instagram.com/tenaciousinme/?__pwa=1 Join the Rheumatoid Arthritis Connect Group: connectgroups.arthritis.org/groups/rheumatoid-arthritisUse code Gracefully_Jen for 20% off compression gloves with her affiliate link: https://www.graceandable.com/GRACEFULLY_JEN
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Send us Fan Mail Discover how to identify and cultivate safe spaces that truly understand and support the unique experiences of living with chronic illness. Learn practical tools for evaluating support groups, online communities, and friendships to protect your energy and foster genuine connection. In this episode: Red flags to watch for that drain your energy in support communities Green flags indicating a nourishing and validating environment How to evaluate whether a sup...
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