Be "POTS"itive! - with Sarah Reid

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower: @Millie.and.sarah   “If you had 24 hours in a healthy body, what would you do in those 24 hours?” Grief will probaby come in waves, but remember joy comes back around too. - Sarah Reid Today we’ll be talking about a topic that I think needs more discussion: How you can simultaneously grieve getting a diagnosis and feel grateful for that same di...

Listen in for today’s answer from anonymous Instagram follower: “What food are you most excited about eating on Thanksgiving?” When the negative stuff in life is in your face, it can be hard to find the positive. I hope you’ll take some time to look for things to be thankful for. - Sarah Reid This time of year can be stressful for anyone, but if you throw in the uncertaintity of a dynamic disabili...

Listen in for today’s answer from anonymous Instagram follower: “Some of my friends think my son is faking his chronic illness because they don’t see how he struggles on a daily basis. Do you have any tips on how I should handle this?”  Because you mentioned POTS in your message, I’ll share some videos, articles, and podcasts that might be helpful for this specific condition. (For other parents, f...

Listen in for the answer to today’s question from Instagram follower @shes.always.sick: “What makes your soul happy?” There’s a lot of trial and error involved in learning to manage symptoms. And sometimes you can do “everything right” and still struggle. ~ Sarah Reid It’s October 31st - What better day to talk about spooky symptoms and various ways that I’ve learned to manage them.  For the recor...

Listen in for today’s answer from anonymous Instagram follower** : “What tv show/ movies are you currently watching?” “You can’t just think, ‘I wanna be better,’ and POOF! You’re better.”  ~ Sarah Reid In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing my diagnosis journey - and it really was a journey! Lots of seeing specialists, traveling to different towns and different states before finally getting a diagnos...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower @k8lyn.eds.zebra: “What’s your diagnosis journey? (If you’re comfortable sharing.)” I also talk about this in my first podcast. You can listen to that episode here .  I don’t think most people can comprehend the things someone with a chronic illness has done or given up to try to feel better. - Sarah Reid In today’s episode I’ll be talking about...

There’s no Q&A feature today . . . Read below to find out why! Here’s to 21! -Sarah Reid I’ll be celebrating my 21st birthday in a couple of days! As much as I’d love to sit down and enjoy a slice of Paleo-friendly cake with my listeners, that’s just not possible. So, to make us all feel a little closer, today I’ll be answering the questions some of my Instagram friends have asked.  Listen in...

Just a little update so that means no Q&A this week. If you have a question you want me to answer in a future episode send me a message on Instagram “You don’t have to earn rest” - Sarah Today's episode is just a quick update. I’m in the beginning stages of what could be a really bad flare if I don’t prioritize rest. Thank you guys so much for bearing with me while I try to take care of my...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower** @angie_the_artist_gallery asked “Are there warnings you get before you start to flare up? I either tend to ignore or not realize when I’m running low on spoons. It can be hard for me especially if I’m around people.” “Acceptance isn’t giving up, it’s coming to peace with what you can’t control.” - Sarah Reid Welcome back! Today I’m talking abo...

Today’s question, from Instagram follower @dunn.a1, is for our guest: “How has being friends with someone with a chronic illness shifted your perspective?” Friends who understand and support you through health issues are hard to find but worth losing spoons for -Sarah Reid Welcome back! I’m super excited about today’s episode because we have a very special guest - my best friend, Makayla!  After a...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower @kendall.holbrooks: “Have you ever tracked your symptoms each day? If so, how? What worked best for you?” "Being a Christian with chronic illness isn't about the need to fake a “perfect faith”; it’s about serving a perfect God who isn’t afraid of our emotions." -Sarah Reid Welcome back! In today’s episode, we're diving into som...

Listen in for today’s answer from an Anonymous Instagram follower**  “How do you handle the loneliness?” Before we dive into the episode, I have some exciting news . . .  I officially have chronic illness merch!! So far, there are a little over 50 designs in my store. There’s everything from stickers to blankets to hats and more for raising awareness, being encouraged, and bringing the chronic ill...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower** @richlydwelling … “How to help loved ones understand that you can’t do the same things they can.”  ”We’re not faking to get attention, and we’re not lying to get attention. For most of us, there are so many things we want to do, but we can’t. So just have love and grace for those of us who have health issues. We already struggle with wishing w...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower** @_loolaatje_… “In times of a flare what is something you enjoy doing the most? Or what helps you through a flare?” In Episode 4 , I talk about living with a dynamic disability. Today, I’m revisiting the topic of dynamic disabilities to shed some light on how our symptoms and ability to function can change from day to day - and sometimes even m...

Today’s episode is a little different from my normal format. I’ve overdone it and am now dealing with consequences. So today I’m sharing a quick life update. I have a few “meatier” episodes in the works but brain fog, fatigue, and pain kept me from working on any of them this week. I go into a little more detail in the podcast, but some highlights from the week were: Starting a new online store st...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower @boymom865 **… “How do you know you have the right diagnosis? There are so many chronic illnesses that overlap.”  Chronic illness may influence us but it doesn’t have to define us. - Sarah Reid In this episode, we talk about the journey of embracing a new identity while living with chronic illness. Join us as we dig into the challenges, triumphs...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower @_loolaatje_**… “Who’s your idol/inspiration? And what’s your fav comfort show, music, book, or whatever when you’re in a flare.” In this episode, we break down the meaning of the different colors on the disability pride flag that was created by a disabled woman named Ann Magil in 2019. The flag's black background represents those who have e...

Listen in for today’s answer from an anonymous Instagram follower… “While your life has probably turned out very different than you thought with all of the health challenges, what is an accomplishment you’re proud of?” In this short episode, I touch on the significance of Disability Pride Month, which marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). President George W.H. Bush si...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower…@lachambredemay** “Did you have to try a lot of mobility aids until finding the one that fits you?” It can really be hard when you’re praying for healing and you don’t see anything happen. And it can be even harder when you see healing happening to others around you - but not for yourself. If you’re struggling with why you have a chronic illness...

Listen in for today’s answer from facebook follower…@bonniejean ** “Is POTS something you’re born with or does something bring it on” Have you ever been told that traveling with a chronic illness is impossible? That it's too risky, too stressful, and not worth the trouble? These are just a few of the pervasive myths that exist around this topic. Another is that you'll never be able to enjo...

Listen in for today’s answer … from @lachambredemay, who asked “What's your favorite book?” “Fancy Pants" by Cathy Marie Hake. https://www.amazon.com/Fancy-Pants-Cathy-Marie-Hake-audiobook/dp/B001J6XFFG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=2VUG9UUJNRVK6&keywords=fancy+pants+cathy+marie+hake&qid=1687752621&sprefix=fancy+pants+cath%2Caps%2C292&sr=8-1⁠ Dear loved ones, This is what it's l...

Listen in for today’s answer ** “Unfortunately, people think that conditions like fibro are fake. How would you explain it to someone who feels that way?” ~ anonymous Do you feel like your chronic illness is holding you back from achieving your dreams? Are you struggling to find purpose beyond your accomplishments?  As a young adult with chronic illness, I tackle the challenges of feeling like my...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower…@yourfriendanika “ What infusions do you get and what are they for?” I talked about the wheelchair I used in a previous episode and some of y’all asked me about it. Actually, it was gifted to me, but I know they bought it on Amazon, so here’s the link to it - https://amzn.to/3ovPwhh Whatever you can do to keep your mind strong will help you thro...

Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower…@yourfriendanika ** “What kind of wheelchair do you use and where did you get it?” Actually, it was gifted to me by my nurse and friend, but I know she bought it on Amazon, so here’s the link to it - https://amzn.to/3ovPwhh Are you struggling to find joy in summer due to your chronic illness? Have you been told to just push through the pain and...

Are you a young adult living with a chronic illness? Are you afraid of using mobility aids because … (fill in the blank)? Let's start accepting and overcoming the fear of using mobility aids NOW! Start taking care of yourself now and live your life to the fullest. Listen in for today’s answer from Instagram follower…@nataliemalarczyk ** “What do you take with you on outings for your health?” I...