In this episode, I am joined by mother and son Caraldine and Declan who share their experiences with the condition, Atonic Bowel. We discuss their stories separately and are really honest about the challenges but also advantages complex illness can bring such as gratitude, resilience and strength. Declan gives some wonderful information about what he would like people without the condition to know but also advice for people going through the same or similar situation as him. Caraldine gives an insight about how illness affects the whole family, the importance of self-esteem and friendship during difficult times and her brilliant idea about launching care boxes for those in hospital.