Why I'd Rather Crawl Than Ask For Help: A Chronic Illness Reality

from Thoughts While Surviving Chronic Illness: Ramblings From a Chef Whose Body Constantly Rebels · host Tate Basildon

Living with sarcoidosis and heart failure has taught me many things—chief among them? Asking for help often leads to more stress than it’s worth. If you’re chronically ill, fiercely independent, or just tired of being disappointed by well-meaning offers gone sideways, this one’s for you.Subscribe or comment hereSend A Text To TateSupport the showThis podcast is narrated using an AI voice. The words, reflections, and lived experience are my own.To respond to this episode, use the text link in the episode notes, or send longer messages through the contact form at tatebasildon.com. I’m not able to respond to solicitations, outside projects, or interview requests.To support sarcoidosis research or learn more, please visit The Foundation For Sarcoidosis Research

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