My hiking group has been my main social outlet for years but my inflammatory bowel disease makes me unreliable for outdoor activities, and I don't know if I should keep disappointing them or just step away from the friendships entirely.
More people experience this than they realize.
Activity-based friendships face existential challenges when chronic illness disrupts the shared foundation, requiring reimagining of connection itself.
“Where Are You with Chronic illness — living with a long condition?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.