In this episode, Dr. Monica Blied and I have a real conversation about creating a healthier relationship with movement when living with chronic illness. Dr. Blied shares her personal journey with lupus, fibromyalgia, and later-diagnosed ADHD and autism, which led her to develop the free Faces of Health app offering mental health skills and somatic exercises. She provides a practical three-step approach to movement: using technology (like the FitOn app) for accessible workouts, embracing slow pacing rather than pushing too hard, and working out with friends for accountability.

Throughout the episode, we demonstrate simple chair yoga and range-of-motion exercises, emphasizing that movement shouldn't make your body feel worse. Dr. Blied highlights the importance of self-compassion, reminding listeners that progress isn't linear and that it's okay if your best looks different each day.

The episode concludes with a bonus announcement about a new body doubling group in the Mentally Well While Chronically Ill membership, where members can join together for PT exercises, cleaning, meal prep, and other activities that benefit from community support.

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→ ⁠Faces Of Health⁠

→ ⁠Body Doubling Group ⁠(Inside Destiny's Mentally Well While Chronically Ill Membership)

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