Thoughts in Isolation

Support Mari:Gofundme.com/marigfmPayPal:[email protected]: bit.ly/marisurvivalneedsIn this episode I explore where my productivity guilt comes from and why it is the medical system's fault. I also speak about meaninglessness because of being chronically ill.Get in touch: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I speak about a book I am writing while getting distracted by my neighbour's power washers. I then do a deep dive into why power washing is so annoying, and how summers with chronic illness can be difficult.Check out the DecodeME study here: https://www.decodeme.org.ukGet in touch at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I chat with Lauren (chronicallyloz). A law student, chronic illness activist and fellow chronic illness sufferer. We talk about all things chronic illness and Lauren shares her story of her own chronic illness journey thus far.Further #FundThePlan information can be found here: https://x.com/ThereForME_UKGet in touch at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I explore what it means to have a sense of identity, to lose your sense of identity and how I have started to reconstruct my own.Get in touch: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Content wsrning: talks of medical gaslighting, medical neglect, hallucinations, seizures and psychosis.Disclaimer: I am not a professional in any sense of the word when it comes to psychology, psychiatry, etc. I am just sharing my personal experience and anecdotal knowledge.Get in touch at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I discuss the physical, psychological and emotional impact that living with chronic illness causes - especially during holidays and special occasions.Get in touch at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I chat with the wonderful Paddy. He is the host of the 'Its Not All About ME' podcast. We discuss all things M.E. from guilt, acceptance to ambition and much more. A truly incredible chat that I thoroughly enjoyed.Get in touch at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I talk about an existential crisis I had leading up to my 20th birthday, how I celebrated said birthday whilst bedbound and much more.If you want to get in touch: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I recorded myself while at my lowest point mentally in my most recent depressive episode. I talk about how my depressive episodes feel and how I manage my mental health whilst being chronically ill. There is some negative self-talk in this episode, Please listen at your own discretion.Get in touch: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I speak about my thoughts on being formally identified as autistic, my hope for the future as a chronically ill individual and how someone called the police on me.Get in touch at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I talk about what it's like to move house while bed bound, isolated and chronically ill. I also talk about what it's like to be met with apathy by former friends and the difficulties of rekindling old friendships. I then go on to explain how I will be attempting to obsolve (part) of my toxic masculinity through painting my nails. Get in touch by emailing me at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell (most) of my story living with ME/CFS and POTS and what could have been done differently. I reflect on my trauma in the hopes that the medical world will finally start to listen to those suffering from chronic illnesses. Contains mild language.If you would like to get in touch you can email me at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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