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Scenario

How to talk to children about your chronic illness

My teenager asked me why I never play sports with them anymore and I realized I've been making excuses instead of explaining my arthritis because I'm ashamed.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The desire to protect loved ones from your reality conflicts with the need for authentic connection and understanding.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Chronic illness and identity?”

Peri

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.