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Gifts you can give a chronically ill friend (that matter more than stuff)
A reminder that holiday gifts don't have to be expensive, they just have to be thoughtful. Showing up. Helping out. Listening without fixing. These are the gifts that stay.
A reminder that holiday gifts don't have to be expensive, they just have to be thoughtful. Showing up. Helping out. Listening without fixing. These are the gifts that stay.
December 21, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Gifts you can give a chronically ill friend (that matter more than stuff)
A reminder that holiday gifts don't have to be expensive, they just have to be thoughtful. Showing up. Helping out. Listening without fixing. These are the gifts that stay.
A reminder that holiday gifts don't have to be expensive, they just have to be thoughtful. Showing up. Helping out. Listening without fixing. These are the gifts that stay.
Holiday Giveaway!
Only 2 days left to enter! We know how much the holidays take when you have chronic illness. That’s why we’re giving away $100 cash, a $10 Amazon gift card and a Rare Patient Voice sticker.
🎄
How to enter:
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Only 2 days left to enter! We know how much the holidays take when you have chronic illness. That’s why we’re giving away $100 cash, a $10 Amazon gift card and a Rare Patient Voice sticker.
🎄
How to enter:
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That’s it!
December 20, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Holiday Giveaway!
Only 2 days left to enter! We know how much the holidays take when you have chronic illness. That’s why we’re giving away $100 cash, a $10 Amazon gift card and a Rare Patient Voice sticker.
🎄
How to enter:
Like this post
Comment with your favorite holiday sweet treat!
That’s it!
Only 2 days left to enter! We know how much the holidays take when you have chronic illness. That’s why we’re giving away $100 cash, a $10 Amazon gift card and a Rare Patient Voice sticker.
🎄
How to enter:
Like this post
Comment with your favorite holiday sweet treat!
That’s it!
Comfort counts. Rest counts. And whatever version of the holidays you can manage this year? That one is enough.
December 19, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Comfort counts. Rest counts. And whatever version of the holidays you can manage this year? That one is enough.
My go to attire is sweatpants so I don’t know how to dress like a real grownup.
December 19, 2025 at 12:43 AM
My go to attire is sweatpants so I don’t know how to dress like a real grownup.
Winter when you’re immunocompromised. Every cough is suspicious. Every plan is a risk. Every holiday gathering is a trap. Stay safe my friends.
December 18, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Winter when you’re immunocompromised. Every cough is suspicious. Every plan is a risk. Every holiday gathering is a trap. Stay safe my friends.
Chronic illness is rarely just one thing. It’s not just pain. Not just fatigue. Not just medication. Not just a diagnosis.
It’s the physical and emotional weight of living in a body that changes without warning and learning how to keep going anyway.
It’s the physical and emotional weight of living in a body that changes without warning and learning how to keep going anyway.
December 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Chronic illness is rarely just one thing. It’s not just pain. Not just fatigue. Not just medication. Not just a diagnosis.
It’s the physical and emotional weight of living in a body that changes without warning and learning how to keep going anyway.
It’s the physical and emotional weight of living in a body that changes without warning and learning how to keep going anyway.
I know I didn’t take them…right? Or maybe I did. Why does my brain always do this?
December 17, 2025 at 12:55 AM
I know I didn’t take them…right? Or maybe I did. Why does my brain always do this?
Matter of fact, I can’t see my bank account until after Christmas. I’m scared.
December 16, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Matter of fact, I can’t see my bank account until after Christmas. I’m scared.
On the twelfth day of Christmas, my body gave to me… absolutely zero notice. Not festive but very accurate.
December 16, 2025 at 12:18 PM
On the twelfth day of Christmas, my body gave to me… absolutely zero notice. Not festive but very accurate.
As a new week begins, a reminder for anyone living with chronic illness:
You don’t have to do it all.
You don’t have to feel ready.
Showing up in the ways you can is enough.
Take this week at your own pace.
♥
You don’t have to do it all.
You don’t have to feel ready.
Showing up in the ways you can is enough.
Take this week at your own pace.
♥
December 15, 2025 at 9:20 PM
As a new week begins, a reminder for anyone living with chronic illness:
You don’t have to do it all.
You don’t have to feel ready.
Showing up in the ways you can is enough.
Take this week at your own pace.
♥
You don’t have to do it all.
You don’t have to feel ready.
Showing up in the ways you can is enough.
Take this week at your own pace.
♥
It’s almost 2026. Treat yourself. You’ve earned it.
December 15, 2025 at 2:26 AM
It’s almost 2026. Treat yourself. You’ve earned it.
Winter survival mode activated. I’m fragile, fancy, and frozen. 🥶
December 14, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Winter survival mode activated. I’m fragile, fancy, and frozen. 🥶
I bought all the Hersheys kisses holiday flavors and made kisses salad
December 13, 2025 at 8:16 PM
I bought all the Hersheys kisses holiday flavors and made kisses salad
You’re not doing this alone. If no one has told you lately, you’re handling a lot. Doing your best looks different when you’re living with chronic illness.
December 13, 2025 at 11:55 AM
You’re not doing this alone. If no one has told you lately, you’re handling a lot. Doing your best looks different when you’re living with chronic illness.
Let him never die! May his hair remain perfect and his ending be happy.
December 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Let him never die! May his hair remain perfect and his ending be happy.
Let’s just label it as anxiety and also you should lose some weight ok?
December 12, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Let’s just label it as anxiety and also you should lose some weight ok?
If your body turns into absolute holiday chaos the minute December arrives just know you’re not alone.
December 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
If your body turns into absolute holiday chaos the minute December arrives just know you’re not alone.
If the holidays feel extra exhausting this year, you’re not the only one running on Christmas movies, snacks, and whatever scraps of energy are left.
Which character are you this week?
Which character are you this week?
December 9, 2025 at 12:37 PM
If the holidays feel extra exhausting this year, you’re not the only one running on Christmas movies, snacks, and whatever scraps of energy are left.
Which character are you this week?
Which character are you this week?
My body : miserable
My labs: flawless
My labs: flawless
December 8, 2025 at 10:50 PM
My body : miserable
My labs: flawless
My labs: flawless
Holiday Giveaway!
We know times are tough, especially when you’re managing life with chronic illness. That’s why we’re giving away $100 cash, a $10 Amazon gift card and a Rare Patient Voice sticker.
➖
How to enter:
Like this post
Comment with your favorite holiday sweet treat!
That's it!
We know times are tough, especially when you’re managing life with chronic illness. That’s why we’re giving away $100 cash, a $10 Amazon gift card and a Rare Patient Voice sticker.
➖
How to enter:
Like this post
Comment with your favorite holiday sweet treat!
That's it!
December 8, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Holiday Giveaway!
We know times are tough, especially when you’re managing life with chronic illness. That’s why we’re giving away $100 cash, a $10 Amazon gift card and a Rare Patient Voice sticker.
➖
How to enter:
Like this post
Comment with your favorite holiday sweet treat!
That's it!
We know times are tough, especially when you’re managing life with chronic illness. That’s why we’re giving away $100 cash, a $10 Amazon gift card and a Rare Patient Voice sticker.
➖
How to enter:
Like this post
Comment with your favorite holiday sweet treat!
That's it!
Today’s goal: do one thing. If I do two things, please alert the authorities because something is wrong.
December 7, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Today’s goal: do one thing. If I do two things, please alert the authorities because something is wrong.
If you’re trying to find a thoughtful gift for someone with chronic illness without blowing your budget, I’ve got you covered. I pulled together some of my favorite under $25 items that actually make life easier.
Comment LINK and I’ll DM you the full list.
Comment LINK and I’ll DM you the full list.
December 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM
If you’re trying to find a thoughtful gift for someone with chronic illness without blowing your budget, I’ve got you covered. I pulled together some of my favorite under $25 items that actually make life easier.
Comment LINK and I’ll DM you the full list.
Comment LINK and I’ll DM you the full list.
If your holiday looks like extra naps, low spoons, adjusting meds, and comfort snacks you’re not alone. You’re doing amazing, even when your body is doing whatever it feels like. 'Tis the season, babes.
December 5, 2025 at 1:07 PM
If your holiday looks like extra naps, low spoons, adjusting meds, and comfort snacks you’re not alone. You’re doing amazing, even when your body is doing whatever it feels like. 'Tis the season, babes.
You don’t need perfect health to still bring perfect energy. What’s one tiny win you had today? And drop a 💗 if you’re still that girl. 🤏🏻
December 4, 2025 at 10:59 PM
You don’t need perfect health to still bring perfect energy. What’s one tiny win you had today? And drop a 💗 if you’re still that girl. 🤏🏻
If you’ve ever stared at your holiday shopping list and thought, “I have no idea what to get them,” you’re not alone. When someone lives with chronic illness, the things that bring comfort, rest, and a little extra ease in their day aren’t just cute extras, they genuinely make a difference
December 4, 2025 at 12:10 PM
If you’ve ever stared at your holiday shopping list and thought, “I have no idea what to get them,” you’re not alone. When someone lives with chronic illness, the things that bring comfort, rest, and a little extra ease in their day aren’t just cute extras, they genuinely make a difference