This week, we’re exploring how a chronic illness diagnosis can impact our self-image and challenge our sense of identity — and how understanding what self-image and identity really are can help alleviate the suffering this often causes.
In this episode, we discuss the habitual thoughts that shape how we see ourselves, the stable part of us that remains unchanged despite our circumstances, and the importance of staying curious about the stories we tell ourselves. We also talk about the difference between being impacted by an illness and being defined by it, sharing how our personal experiences have transformed over the years.
If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost yourself or wished you could get back to who you were before your diagnosis, this episode is for you.
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