Finding Music Again with RA and Sjogrens: Alice’s Story
From singing to trying nine different medications in five years, to embracing the THRIVE framework from Cheryl’s Rheum to Thrive Program, Alice shares the ups and downs of life with rheumatoid arthrit...
6 Mar 202547min
Progress Over Perfection: Helen Jones on Thriving with Ankylosing Spondylitis
Cheryl and Helen dive into the often-overlooked mental challenges of inflammatory arthritis, which can sometimes feel harder to navigate than the physical symptoms. They explore mindset strategies and...
27 Feb 20251h 8min
How to Improve your Communication, Connection and Confidence, with Rheumatologist Dr. Ortiz
Together, Cheryl and Dr. Ortiz debunk common myths about RA and tackle important topics like medication hesitancy, lifestyle interventions, and the balance between the two. Dr. Ortiz reassures listene...
20 Feb 20251h 23min
The Power of Creativity and Storytelling in Alison’s Chronic Illness Journey
Alison and Cheryl also explore the impact of the pandemic on rediscovering creative passions and the power of storytelling in raising awareness. Alison’s new children’s book, Kenzie’s Little Tree, is ...
13 Feb 202554min
Tina’s Voice: Raising Awareness and Overcoming Stigmas with IBD and Inflammatory Arthritis
Cheryl and Tina emphasize the need for increased education, representation, and awareness about autoimmune conditions and treatment options to reduce stigma and support patients globally. Cheryl and T...
6 Feb 202540min
Best Advice for People Newly Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Encore Episode
A new RA diagnosis can be overwhelming, and it’s easy to feel lost in a sea of emotions and uncertainty. In this episode, I share my best advice for navigating this new reality—offering practical tips...
30 Jan 202547min
Advocacy, Mindset and More: Chrissy’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Journey
Chrissy recounts the challenges she faced seeking medical care for persistent swelling and joint pain. Despite visiting multiple doctors, she was repeatedly told she “wasn’t sick” before ultimately re...
23 Jan 20251h 28min
Navigating College and Chronic Illness: Tips from Gabi’s Spondyloarthritis Journey
Gabi highlights the accommodations that have been instrumental during her college experience, including adaptive tools and flexible scheduling. She shares how other young people with chronic illness c...
16 Jan 202555min
