ChroniTalk

In this episode of ChroniTalk, host Mykayla Lynn speaks with disability advocate Zachary Weeks about his journey living with cerebral palsy, the importance of mental health, and the need for systemic change in accessibility. Zach shares his personal experiences, the impact of isolation on mental health, and the significance of community support. They discuss the necessity for stronger legislation to support individuals with disabil...

In this episode of ChroniTalk, host Mykayla Lynn speaks with Kate, who shares her extensive journey with chronic illnesses, including POTS, ankylosing spondylitis and fibromyalgia. They discuss the challenges of obtaining a diagnosis, the importance of self-advocacy, and the mental health aspects of living with chronic conditions. Kate emphasizes the need for a supportive community, the significance of mindset shifts, and the compl...

In this episode of ChroniTalk, host Mykayla Lynn joins psychotherapist Emma Novick, who shares her personal journey with hemifacial spasm, a rare neurological condition. Emma discusses the challenges of diagnosis, surgery, the impact of chronic illness on mental health, and the importance of self-advocacy in navigating treatment options. She highlights her experience with Botox treatments, the decision to undergo surgery, and the t...

In this heartfelt episode, Host Mykayla Lynn joins her friend Mianna in sharing her her early battle with bacterial meningitis and the profound impact it had on her life. As a baby, she faced the challenges of surviving this serious illness, which led to the loss of her leg and physical challenges. Now, as a young adult, Mianna shares her journey of adapting to life, highlighting the blend of humor, resilience, and support that has...

In this episode of ChroniTalk, host Mykayla Lynn speaks with Karissa, who shares her journey of living with a CSF leak and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). Karissa discusses the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, the mental health toll of chronic illness, and the vital role of community support. She emphasizes the importance of holistic approaches to healing and the ongoing search for solutions to her health i...

In this episode of ChroniTalk, host Mykayla Lynn speaks with Jen, a chronic illness warrior, about her journey with primary immunodeficiency and other diagnoses. They discuss the challenges of navigating healthcare, the importance of support systems, and the emotional toll of living with chronic illness. Jen shares her experiences with motherhood while managing her health, the significance of community, and the need for advocacy in...

In this episode of ChroniTalk, host Mykayla Lynn joins Kaytee , a mother of two who shares her journey with Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID). Katie discusses her late diagnosis, the challenges of managing her condition , and the importance of community support. The conversation touches on the emotional aspects of living with a chronic illness, the role of family in navigating treatment, and the significance of maintaining a...

Navigating Chronic Illness - Your Life Is Not Over

In this episode of ChroniTalk, host Mykayla Lynn brings guest Aubrey Johnston on as a chronic illness advocate and writer, who shares her personal journey with Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID) & Granulomatous Lymphocytic Interstitial Lung Disease (GLILD). Aubrey discusses her initial diagnosis, the challenges of navigating treatment while in college, and the importance o...

ChroniTalk is a space for real conversations about chronic illness Disabilities, Mental Health, the struggles, the wins, and everything in between.

In this first episode, I share a bit of my journey and why I created this podcast: to connect, support, and bring awareness to the realties of living with chronic conditions. Whether you're navigating your own diagnosis or here to learn, you're not alone.

Let's start the ...