In this episode of The Unheard, Jenn shares her personal journey with chronic illness, discussing the challenges of being part of a misunderstood and discriminated population. She highlights her experiences with autoimmune disorders, the impact of misdiagnosis, and the struggles with mental health. Jenn emphasizes the importance of spirituality, music, and support from loved ones in her healing process. She delivers a powerful message of hope and resilience, encouraging others to fight for their well-being and to never lose hope. To help JENN and millions of others please support the research: https://mecfs-research.org/en/support/ Information & research for Lyme disease: https://lyme.org/ https://www.hopkinslyme.org/supporting-the-lyme-disease-research-center/ If you are experiencing any existential crisis and need help, don't stay isolated and please contact your local specialist or mental health support group. Many like you have suffered and made it, I truly believe you can too. Check out Ren's music @RenMakesMusic or other content (like his life chapters) @RenMakesStuff and support him on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/renmakesmusic Chapters 00:00 Understanding Chronic Illness and Disability 02:21 Personal Journey with Autoimmune Disorders 06:56 The Impact of Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis 12:52 Mental Health Struggles and Spirituality 19:13 Finding Hope and Acceptance 24:28 The Role of Music in Healing 30:10 Empathy and Support in Chronic Illness 32:07 A Message of Hope and Resilience

In this heartfelt episode, Sarah shares her journey of discovering her art and finding inspiration through Ren's music while navigating the challenges of chronic illness. She discusses her experiences with various health conditions, the struggles of misdiagnosis, and the importance of community and support in her life. The conversation emphasizes resilience, self-expression, and the power of love and empathy in overcoming adversity.

To help SARA and millions of others please support the research:https://mecfs-research.org/en/support/

Information & research for Lyme disease:https://lyme.org/

If you are experiencing any existential crisis and need help, don't stay isolated and please contact your local specialist or mental health support group. Many like you have suffered and made it, I truly believe you can too.

Check out Ren's music on Youtube @RenMakesMusic or other content (like his life chapters) @RenMakesStuff and support him on PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/c/renmakesmusic

CHAPTERS:

00:00 The Journey into Art

05:39 Living with Chronic Illness

12:23 Navigating Healthcare Challenges

18:04 Mental Health and Misdiagnosis

25:11 Finding Inspiration in Music

31:44 Building a Supportive Future

38:18 Messages of Resilience and Love

In this episode, Haley shares her personal journey through chronic pain, bipolar disorder, and the challenges of living with PCOS. She discusses her family dynamics, the impact of her mental health on her daily life and how music and community have played a crucial role in her healing process. Haley emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance, authenticity, and the power of hope in overcoming life's struggles.

To help HALEY and millions of others please support the research:https://mecfs-research.org/en/support/

Information & research for Lyme disease:https://lyme.org/

If you are experiencing any existential crisis and need help, don't stay isolated and please contact your local specialist or mental health support group. Many like you have suffered and made it, I truly believe you can too.

Check out Ren's music @renmakesmusic or other content (like his life chapters) @renmakesstuff and support him on PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/c/renmakesmusic

In this episode of The Unheard, Dr. Neela Sandal discusses his practice of integrative and functional medicine, emphasizing the importance of addressing root causes of chronic illnesses rather than merely treating symptoms. He highlights the challenges faced by conventional medicine, including time constraints and the influence of pharmaceutical companies, and advocates for a more personalized approach to healthcare. The conversation also explores the need for alternative healthcare systems that prioritize patient empowerment.

Here is Dr. Sandal's channel, show him some love and subscribehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheAtmaMD

To help Dr. Sandal and millions of others please support the research:https://mecfs-research.org/en/support/

Information & research for Lyme disease:https://lyme.org/

If you don't know this artist, check out Ren's music:

https://www.youtube.com/@RenMakesMusic

or other content, like his life chapters, where he talks about his chronic illness go to

https://www.youtube.com/@RenMakesStuff

and support him on PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/c/renmakesmusic

This is Beth's story. She shares her journey through chronic illness (CFS) and mental health struggles (complex PTSD) following a traumatic car accident. Because she responded to my post on Ren's Patreon, we know that she is also a fellow Renegade.

Beth discusses the importance of community, self-advocacy, and the connection between trauma and physical health. She emphasizes the need for compassion towards oneself and the significance of gratitude in the healing process.

To help BETH and millions of others please support the research:https://mecfs-research.org/en/support/

Information & research for Lyme disease:https://lyme.org

If you are experiencing any existential crisis and need help, don't stay isolated and please contact your local specialist or mental health support group. Many like you have suffered and made it, I truly believe you can too.

Check out Ren's music

https://www.youtube.com/@RenMakesMusic

or other content (like his life chapters)

https://www.youtube.com/@RenMakesStuff

and support him on PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/c/renmakesmusic

DISCLAIMER: sorry for the horrible sound (my headphones had a huge problem) next episode is better ;-)This is Joanne's story. She has been living with CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome) for the past 3 years. We discuss her illness, hardships she had to overcome and the positive impact creating a YouTube channel has had on her. She is, of course, also a Ren fan.

Here is Joanne's channel, show her some love and subscribehttps://youtube.com/@JoanneWhitlock

To help Joanne and millions of others please support the research:https://mecfs-research.org/en/support/

Information & research for Lyme disease:https://lyme.org/

Check out Rosalie

https://www.youtube.com/@rosalieelliottofficial

(mentioned in our conversation) to see her great reaction videos

Check out Ren's music:

https://www.youtube.com/@RenMakesMusic

or other content (like his life chapters):

https://www.youtube.com/@RenMakesStuff

and support him on PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/c/renmakesmusic

This is Irene's story. She has been living with CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome) for the past 7 years. She candidly talks about her illness, hardships she had to overcome and the positive impact Ren's music has had on her.

To help Irene and millions of others please support the research:

https://mecfs-research.org/en/support/

Information & research for Lyme disease:

https://lyme.org/

Check out Ren's music @RenMakesMusic or other content, like his life chapters go to @RenMakesStuff and support him on Patreon!