This week on Calling in Sick, we’re talking about something that’s both terrifying and beautiful: how to make new friends when you’re chronically ill. Let’s be real—chronic illness changes your social life. While some relationships run the distance, there are far too many that end… some fade out, some end loudly and some just stop making sense. But as painful as that can be, it also creates space. Space for people who get it. Who don’t need explanations. Who meet you where you are now.

In this episode, I’m unpacking:

🌿 How chronic illness can be a filter for real, aligned friendships

💔 Why losing friends isn’t always a failure—it’s often a shift

✨ How to make new friends that actually work for your energy, needs, and lifestyle

🧃 What “low-spoon friendship” looks like and why it’s actually magic

📱 Where to find spoonie friends who get you

This isn’t just about friendship breakups—it’s about friendship breakthroughs.

Sending love (and new friend energy)!

xx,

Alex 💛

💬 This week’s Comment Prompt: What is one thing you are putting on your “talking-points” list for chatting with new friends?

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling In Sick! 

00:05:24 Alex’s Picks of the Week (Prequel, Nécessaire)

00:07:46 Making New Friends With A Chronic Illness 

00:08:52 What Makes A Good Friend 

00:11:20 The Importance of Friends 

00:12:52 Anxiety Around Making New Friends

00:19:35 How I’ve Been Able To Make New Friends This Year

00:26:23 A New Friend Success Story 

00:31:37 One Brain Cell Show Of The Week: Only Murders in the Building 

00:33:15 Thank You For Listening! 

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