In this empowering episode, I dive into the crucial practice of separating your chronic illness from your identity. It’s easy to let your illness become who you are, but we discuss why this can limit your potential and prevent you from reaching your full capacity for growth, dreams, and healing.
In this episode, I cover:
- The impact of illness on identity: How chronic illness can sometimes feel like it defines you, and why it’s important to see yourself as more than your diagnosis.
- The dangers of becoming your illness: Why identifying as your illness can block personal growth and limit your future possibilities.
- Creating space for dreams and goals: How separating your illness from your identity can free you to pursue your passions, ambitions, and true self.
- A creative exercise: Learn how to “meet” your chronic illness monster through a fun and therapeutic drawing exercise. By externalizing your illness as a monster, you can start to shift your relationship with it and gain back control over your life.
I hope this episode inspires you to redefine your relationship with your illness and take steps toward living a life full of purpose and possibility.
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