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?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.