“Christmas can still be magical even if it has to look a little different this year.” ~ Sarah Reid

In todays episode, I’ll be sharing practical tips for navigating the holiday season while living with a chronic illnesses. From self-care rituals to embracing a different kind of holiday magic! Let’s learn to make Christmas feel more joyful and less stressful.

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Listen in for today’s answer to a question from instagram follower @kathryn182006: “How did the drs help you manage your pain?”

“Sometimes it’s just awkward guys!” ~ Sarah Reid

In this episode, I’m diving into why it can feel so awkward to explain chronic illness to others—especially when we look fine on the outside but live with real limitations.

I share my own struggles, like feeling the need to justify my health, not being able to go to college or work a “normal” job, and the discomfort of being met with pity.

I also include responses from others in the chronic illness community about why they find it awkward to talk about their health. You’re not alone in this. 💛

I’d love to hear from you! Connect with me on Instagram @be_potsitive or Facebook @Be POTSitive.

Check out the earrings I’ve been making when my body cooperates: Be POTSitive Creations on Facebook. And don’t forget - there’s chronic illness merch on my Redbubble page where you’ll find lots of cute items to make you smile and raise awareness for our community.

** If you have a burning question you want me to answer in a future episode, feel free to dm me on my Instagram @be_potsitive!

Listen in for today’s answer to a question from instagram follower @_super_brain: “How do disabled people balance out their spoons?”

“It can often be hard to explain something we don’t always understand ourselves.” ~ Sarah Reid

In this episode, we unpack what it's really like to live with limited energy while managing chronic illness. From common metaphors like the Spoon Theory and Penny Theory to the often-overlooked Battery Life Theory, we explore how energy depletion affects daily life—and how different frameworks can help you better understand and communicate your limits.

What You’ll Learn:

• The difference between Spoon Theory, Penny Theory, and Battery Life Theory
• How invisible activities—like digestion or even just breathing—can drain energy
• Why seemingly simple tasks (like unloading the dishwasher or taking a shower) can feel overwhelming
• How mobility aids can help conserve energy for essential or meaningful tasks

Takeaway:
There’s no single “right” way to describe energy struggles with chronic illness—whether you relate more to spoons, pennies, or battery levels, the most important thing is finding a system that helps you advocate for your needs.