You’re Not Alone, Raw and Honest Conversations

You’re Not Alone, Raw and Honest Conversations

Welcome to the You’re Not Alone, Raw and Honest Conversations Podcast! You’re Not Alone is a podcast dedicated to sharing honest stories about my life experience (including being an employee, patient in the physical and mental health world, a significant other, a family member, and everything in between). Through open conversations and personal reflections, this show offers a safe, understanding space for anyone navigating their own life journey. Whether you’re seeking comfort, connection, or just a reminder that you’re not alone, this podcast is here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Episodes

December 12, 2024 24 mins
This podcast is about my current stressor and how I deal with stress when it starts to become paralyzing/debilitating. When I am very stressed out I tend to do nothing. There doesn’t seem to be a way forward. However, I’ve learned exercising and communicating how I feel with my loved ones is very helpful since PTSD symptoms can become worse.
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It’s hard to find people who understand you when you struggle with something like PTSD…My coworker shared she struggles with PTSD too. It’s nice to meet someone that understands, but also very sad to know they go through tough situations too. I also share what’s been going on
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September 11, 2022 29 mins

In this episode I discuss a little of what life has been like 1 year after my artificial disc replacement. 

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January 22, 2022 46 mins

In this episode, I discuss how those of us with chronic pain conditions experience feelings of loneliness. Most specifically how I experience feelings of loneliness while struggling with fibromyalgia and childhood trauma. It’s important to acknowledge that this is a normal and common feeling amongst those of us who have chronic pain conditions.

 

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January 6, 2022 31 mins

In this episode I share my thoughts about the importance of finding a purpose for those of us who are struggling. Since we're now into a new year, I wanted to mention a few ideas for those of you who need encouragement or inspiration to get some goals together. Setting goals and feeling accomplished starts bringing meaning into our lives. Wherever you're at in your journey, I hope that you can take something from this episode.

 

 

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December 31, 2021 13 mins

In this episode, I discuss my artificial disc replacement (ADR) recovery, 8 months post-op! I share the impact a successful ADR has on your mental and physical health. Come listen, I hope you can relate or get something out of this episode.

 

Life With Fibromyalgia Website: https://lifewithfibro.podbean.com

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June 14, 2021 23 mins

In this episode, I discuss my experience after being discharged from anterior artificial disc replacement surgery. You’ll hear about the way fibromyalgia might have had a huge influence on pain control after surgery. I also give a short update about how I feel now that I’m 5 weeks post-op!

 

By the way, I would like to note that if you listen to my “Intro” episode (maybe other episodes too), things have changed over time and I’m no...

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June 2, 2021 31 mins

Trigger Warning: I briefly discuss one way PTSD anger affects me.

I explain my back problem/symptoms and share what led to the disc replacement surgery. I also give an update about what's been going on during the past 1.5 years that I haven't podcasted. Stay tuned for additional information about my disc replacement on upcoming episodes!

 

Note: My apologies if you hear random background noise once or twice during the episode. Also...

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July 18, 2020 16 mins

In this podcast I update you about my fibromyalgia, including how the side effect of a medication has been treating me. At the end of a podcast I share a quote that will hopefully be motivating. 

By the way, there are a couple of corrections or clarifications I'd like to point out. Result is an ant-depressant booster that has a synergistic effect. Trileptal is a mood stabilizer. Please note that these medications are also good for ...

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July 9, 2020 39 mins

In this episode I give an update about how my fibromyalgia has been treating me for the past 7-8 months. I talk about something new, allodynia.

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October 28, 2019 17 mins

Hi everyone, I'll be talking about my experience going back home. What a sacrifice.

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October 23, 2019 19 mins

In this episode I talk about what was discussed in my rheumatology appointment. 

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October 19, 2019 26 mins

In this episode I talk about how I've been feeling for the past few weeks that I had not podcasted. Mostly talk about how fibromyalgia has affected me financially. 

I would like to apologize for all the UMMs in advance!

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In this episode I talk about my experience with the reproductive psychiatrist appointment. I also talk about my experience snorkeling in Catalina Island.

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August 11, 2019 28 mins

In this podcast I talk about my symptoms with hot weather exposure. 

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July 23, 2019 29 mins

In this episode I talk about how lack of sleep affects me and my daily life. 

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July 9, 2019 19 mins

In this episode I talk about how to use the Quell device and how it has helped me.

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May 21, 2019 19 mins

In this episode I give out my instagram and facebook name so you can follow me. 

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May 5, 2019 26 mins

In this episode I talk about how the Quell feels and how it has worked so far. 

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April 18, 2019 10 mins

Have you used the Quell device? I haven't, but I will be making a podcast reviewing the device once I've used it for a few weeks. In this episode I just introduce what the Quell device is. 

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