The stigma that people with chronic illnesses and chronic pain are 'just lazy' or are at times 'lazy' is pervasive. And difficult to dismiss. We, ourselves, are consumed with the guilt of what we can no longer do or not do as well or not do enough of. When confronted with this stigma it eats... Continue Reading →
Imposter Syndrome and chronic illness
I have had Imposter Syndrome for really all my life. Along with 70% of the population, at some time or another. Imposter syndrome is that feeling that any successes you have had are due to luck or some external influences outside of yourself. And not your skills, talent or qualifications. The psychologists Pauline Rose Clance... Continue Reading →