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Hi Smiling Sonia here.This is an audio journal where I share how I've overcome challenges to move from just living to striving with a chronic illness.In 2013 I was eventually diagnosed with Mollar... more
FAQs about Smiling Sonia: Thriving with a Chronic Illness:How many episodes does Smiling Sonia: Thriving with a Chronic Illness have?The podcast currently has 176 episodes available.
September 22, 2020015 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Open Loops And HabitsToday's episode was recorded on 18th July 2020 (I say the 18th June in the podcast but you'll have to excuse my memory) whilst out on my daily morning walk. I talk about open loops and habits. Also how I'm coaching my 20 year old son to complete DIY jobs around the house.I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more18minPlay
September 21, 2020014 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Dealing With The Daily HeadachesOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 17th July 2020. I got the month wrong again, I say June on the recording. I talk about the daily headaches that continue following an attack. They can go on for months.I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more18minPlay
September 20, 2020013 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Planning And Preparing For a Hospital AdmissionOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 16th July 2020. I'm back out on my morning walk this morning. I usually walk in the mornings so I was eager to get back out but taking it slowly. I talk about planning and preparing for a hospital admission.I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more13minPlay
September 19, 2020012 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Being Single and Living on Your Own With a Chronic IllnessOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 15th July 2020. 2nd day back at home from being in the hospital. I'm spending most of my time in bed. I decided to talk about being single today and living on my own with a chronic illness.I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more17minPlay
September 18, 2020011 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Sleep And RecoveryOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 14th July 2020. I talk about sleep.I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more12minPlay
September 17, 2020010 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Back Home And Feeling FragileOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 13th July 2020 and I'm just back home from the hospital still feeling fragile. I'm still feeling fragile but so pleased to be back home.I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more5minPlay
September 16, 2020009 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Discussion With Doctor About Medication PlansOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 13th July 2020 on my last day in the hospital. I share a discussion I had with the doctor about me going home and future medication plans. I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more14minPlay
September 15, 2020008 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Discharge From HospitalOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 12th July 2020 whilst I was still in the hospital. I was discharged from the hospital today. I share a piece I wrote about my experience of going to the hospital when I have an attack. I posted this on Facebook profile.I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more30minPlay
September 14, 2020007 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Remembering My First Viral Meningitis AttackOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 12th July 2020 whilst I was still in the hospital. I share the story of my first viral meningitis attack at the age of 18. I very rarely share this story because I feel embarrassed and ashamed. I shouldn't but I do. I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more34minPlay
September 13, 2020006 Viral Meningitis Recovery Journal - Importance of First ImpressionsOn the 9th July 2020 I was admitted into hospital with Viral Meningitis. This is my 6th attack and 5th in the last 7 years. I have a condition called Mollaret's Meningitis which means recurring viral meningitis. I've been keeping an audio journal for a few years now and decided to record a series focusing on my experience of living with this rare chronic illness in the hope of raising awareness of the condition.Today's episode was recorded on 12th July 2020 whilst I was still in the hospital. I share my thoughts about the importance of first impressions and administering medication in the right way.I'd love to hear about your experiences. You can connect with me over in my Facebook group where I share tools, tips and strategies I've learned to create this transformation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthrivingchronicillness/...more7minPlay
FAQs about Smiling Sonia: Thriving with a Chronic Illness:How many episodes does Smiling Sonia: Thriving with a Chronic Illness have?The podcast currently has 176 episodes available.