Dating can be challenging under any circumstances, but chronic illness can add another level of complexity. Many people have questions about when it’s appropriate to bring up the subject of chronic illness and what to share in a new relationship.
This week Bonni and her fiancé, David Pinkus, discuss how they navigated dating early in their relationship. They talk about some of their challenges and how they've accommodated their differences in ability without having to sacrifice the things that are important to them.
What You’ll Learn:
- The purpose behind this week’s episode (1:30)
- Bonni’s earlier experience of dating with chronic illness ( 2:09)
- David’s perspective on how Bonni handles her illness (9:20)
- The adaptations the couple makes to accommodate their differences in ability (11:20)
- The trials and tribulations of traveling with chronic illness (14:20)
- One thing that David finds most attractive about Bonni (17:35)
- The couple's feelings about Bonni having to use a cane (21:15)
- The qualities that David admires in Bonni (33:45)
- A little secret about this episode (40:20)
- Dating advice from Bonni to her fellow chronic illness warriors (50:09)
Some Questions Bonni asks David:
- What were your thoughts when I first told you about my situation? (3:40)
- Do you think I should have shared about my chronic illness early on or should I have waited? (6:11)
- There are plenty of healthier women to choose from, why did you pick me and why do you stay? (6:55)
- Was there ever a time when it all seemed like too much? (9:01)
- What was the hardest thing for you to see me go through? (15:37)
- What have you learned about someone living with chronic illness that you didn’t know before we dated? (23:25)
- What advice would you give to someone who’s thinking about dating? (30:20)
- Do you see any benefits to dating someone with chronic illness? (36:25)
Connect with Bonni:
bonni@thechronicallycourageous.com
https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard
https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/
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