Does life with inflammatory arthritis ever go to plan?

This week’s podcast episode didn't go entirely to plan so we decided to have a shorter relaxed end-of-year chat with quite a few laughs and festive outfits (you can watch the episode on YouTube!). Make sure you listen right to the end of the episode to hear our bloopers and outtakes, they’re too good (and too embarrassing) not to share.

What we discuss:

• How exhausting this time of year can be (even when good things are happening)

• Debbie celebrating her Nan’s 100th birthday 🥳 — including a very special card from the King and Queen

• The reality of podcast bloopers, outtakes, and why our intros take longer than the actual episode

• Christmas onesies, sparkly jumpers, and making an effort (even when you’re knackered)

• Sending love to those celebrating Hanukkah and to friends in Australia during a difficult time

• Being very unprepared for Christmas

• How hard it is to buy presents for kids and partners who “don’t want anything”

• Moving house stress and a Christmas tree that’s up… but not decorated

• Why New Year’s resolutions don’t really work for us anymore

• Introducing our January theme: #MyPaceNotYours

• How do you set goals when your body doesn’t always cooperate?

• A look ahead to February, where we’ll be talking about love, friendship, and chronic illness

• A huge thank you to everyone who’s listened, followed, messaged, and supported us this year

Stay connected:

• We’d love to hear your thoughts for #MyPaceNotYours

• Follow, rate, and review the podcast wherever you listen

• Follow us on social media (and thank you for helping us grow!)

• Sign up to our newsletter at inflammatoryarthritis.org for updates, research, and events

We will be back in January with new episodes (and a postponed guest!). Until then, take care of yourselves, rest when you need to, and go at your pace. 💛

Disclaimer: Debbie and Katy are not medical professionals. They share personal experiences of living with IA to build connection and community. The podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice. We talk about our personal health journeys and the podcast is not intended to provide professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We are not medical professionals and in no way claim to be medically trained. The podcast does not take responsibility for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the podcast. The podcast does not assume responsibility for the accuracy of third-party content.

· For more information, head to https://inflammatoryarthritis.org/