In this episode, Laura, Jen, and Maeghan catch up on what's changed since their last conversation—spoiler alert: a lot. From unexpected surgeries and frustrating medical encounters to the ongoing challenges of chronic illness, they dive into the emotional and physical ups and downs of managing invisible conditions.

Topics Covered:

• Laura’s unexpected back surgery and the slow recovery process
• Maeghan's struggles with doctors dismissing her concerns and the frustrations of navigating the healthcare system
• Jen’s journey balancing work, recovery, and pushing her limits post-cancer
• The mental toll of chronic illness and how it impacts daily life
• Finding the balance between pushing forward and knowing when to rest

Notable Moments:

💬 “I overdid it in Pilates, and then I sneezed… and messed up my back.” – Laura on the moment that led to her latest surgery.

💬 “You need to gain another 60kgs to qualify.” – Maeghan on the absurdity of weight-based medical criteria.

💬 “I can do burpees… slowly.” – Jen reflecting on post-cancer fitness and recovery.

Takeaways:

🔹 The importance of advocating for yourself in the medical system.

🔹 How chronic illness can feel like a never-ending cycle of setbacks and small wins.

🔹 Finding humor and support in the chaos of being invisibly ill.

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