I Tested My Own Chronic Illness Rules… Here’s What Happened

This month nearly took me out — it literally felt like a physical and mental rollercoaster. I was up…and then down (like almost in the hospital down)…and then up…and then decided it was also a good time to test some boundaries, which brought only more ups and downs. With my monthlong whiplash coming to an end, I wanted to do some reflection to figure out what worked, what didn’t, and what I need to prioritize moving forward. So, this week's episode of Calling in Sick, is that reflection. Please keep your hands, arms, legs, and feet inside this chronic illness rollercoaster at all times because it’s a doozy!! I’m sharing: 💔The rules I broke (+ what happened when I broke them!!) 📝The rules I held firm!! 🙌 My unexpected learnings from testing ALL the boundaries (at once) If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I allowed to push? Am I allowed to live big even when I feel small?” — this episode is your permission slip…to at least do some testing. xx, Alex 💬 Comment: What’s your take on couple’s math? If your partner is doing all the cooking/cleaning while you're on low spoons… is it rude to sit out, or is that just survival mode etiquette? Comment your thoughts below!! TIMESTAMP: Intro: 00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick 00:20:00 Life catch-up 00:02:38 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Crown Pillow, Kroma Bone Broth) 00:05:32 MERCH dropping Monday 11/24!! Pushing the Limits: 00:08:43 The mental health impact of testing your boundaries and rules 00:13:04 Boundary #1 - Food 00:15:28 Boundary #2 - Sleep 00:17:17 Boundary #3 - Socializing 00:19:42 The rules I followed this weekend 00:25:08 The rules I broke this weekend! 00:28:40 My take on whether the rollercoaster was worth it Conclusion: 00:37:05 One Brain Cell Show: Frankenstein 00:38:22 Thank you for Calling in Sick with me! ---------------------------------------------------------------- Stay connected and follow us on socials for more! • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/callinginsickpod/ • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@callinginsickpod • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558234607568 • Substack - https://substack.com/@callinginsickpod? ---------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by: Just Media House -- https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Produced by: Alexandra Wildeson — https://www.instagram.com/alexandrawildeson/ Alex’s Picks of the Week: I’ve really been leaning into all the coziness this month, these 2 are some of my favorites! ✨Crown Pillow - https://go.shopmy.us/p-31199942 ✨Kroma Bone Broth - https://go.shopmy.us/p-31199981 #ChronicIllnessPodcast #SpoonieLife #InvisibleIllness #AutoimmuneWarrior #FlareUp #ChronicPainCommunity #ChronicIllnessHumor #PodcastForSpoonies #SpoonieSupport #CallingInSickPodcast #AlexWildeson #ChronicWarrior #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicIllnessAwareness #LifeWithChronicIllness #ChronicHealing #SpoonieStruggles #ChronicIllnessPodcastEpisode #SpoonTheory #FatigueFighter #ChronicIllnessJourney #AutoimmuneLife #WellnessJourney #BoundariesMatter #HealthJourney #ChronicIllnessAcceptance #ChronicIllnessTips #DisabilityCommunity #ChronicIllnessSupport #SpoonieTools Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices