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The SpoonFull Show- A Chronic Illness Podcast by SpoonFull of Strength

Rachel
Chronic Illness
Mental Health
Multiple Sclerosis
Grief
Therapy
Stroke
Support Systems
Community Support
POTS
Relationships
Advocacy
Self-Advocacy
Clinical Trials
Gastroparesis
Pets
Self-Care
Accessibility
Patient Advocacy
Sleep
Communication

The SpoonFull Show (formerly SpoonFull of Strength) is hosted by Rachel, who has lived with Multiple Sclerosis for 10 years and Type 1 Diabetes for more than 25. Each episode blends heartfelt Spoonie conversations with insightful expert interviews, exploring what it really means to live with chronic illness. From the struggles of diagnosis and the mental load of daily symptoms, to the victories of... more

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100 episodes. Thousands of conversations. One incredible community.

We can hardly believe it—The SpoonFull Show (& SpoonFull of Strength) has reached 100 episodes!

In this special celebration, Rachel and returning co-host Tina look back on where it... more

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When you're living with chronic illness, appointments are short, specialists are booked months out, and it's easy to leave with more questions than answers.

In this Spoonie Chat, Rachel and Tina explore how AI tools like ChatGPT are changing the way... more

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What happens when your body whispers… then nudges… then finally screams for you to slow down?In this powerful and deeply relatable conversation, author and chronic illness advocate Michele Roys shares the moments her body tried to get her attention —... more

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What if your autoimmune symptoms aren’t your body breaking down — but your body trying to protect you?In this eye‑opening conversation, integrative physician Dr. Brendan McLaughlin, author of The Autoimmune Revival, explains why so many people with a... more

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Living with a chronic illness doesn’t just cost energy ...it costs money, stability, and sometimes even the life you once imagined.

In this week’s episode, Rachel and Tina open up about the financial burden of chronic illness: the bills no one warn... more

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What if the answers you’ve been searching for finally arrived after nearly two decades?

In this inspiring conversation, Rachel sits down with author Rachel Weaver to explore her eighteen‑year journey of constant dizziness, and the unexpected path t... more

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This week on The SpoonFull Show, Rachel sits down with licensed clinical professional counselor Julsey Roach, founder of Capon Counseling, for a powerful conversation about medical gaslighting, chronic illness, and the toxic pressure to “heal before ... more

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In this heartfelt episode of The SpoonFull Show, Rachel welcomes back former co-host and fellow Spoonie, Tina, for an honest conversation about the connection between pets and healing. Together, they share personal stories about the animals who have ... more

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Michele Roys
Author of But You Look Just Fine, chronic pain and illness advocate
Author; Advocate for chronic pain and invisible illness awareness
Episode: Ep. 98: When Your Body Says Stop, With Michele Roys
Brendan McLaughlin
Integrative physician and author of The Autoimmune Revival
Aquarian Health Solutions / The Autoimmune Revival
Episode: Ep. 97- Stuck in Survival Mode: The Fight‑or‑Flight Link to Autoimmune Illness with Dr. Brendan McLaughlin
Rachel Weaver
Author of Dizzy, a memoir about chronic dizziness and the link between blood sugar and migraines
Author
Episode: Ep. 95- Finding Answers: A Journey Through Dizziness and Discovery with Author Rachel Weaver
Julsey Roach
Licensed clinical professional counselor and founder of Capon Counseling
Capon Counseling
Episode: Ep. 94: When They Say It’s All in Your Head with Julsey Roach
Michelle Young
Former reality TV participant sharing her chronic illness journey
Public figure, Advocate
Episode: Ep. 91: The Bachelorette’s Michelle Young: The Part People Don’t See
Kelly Berger
Co-host on Wheel Talk, power wheelchair user, rare disease and disability advocate
Wheel Talk (with Avery)
Episode: Ep. 90: More Than Awareness: The Power of Disability Advocacy
Avery Roberts
Co-host on Wheel Talk, professional dancer, rare disease and disability advocate
Wheel Talk (with Kelly)
Episode: Ep. 90: More Than Awareness: The Power of Disability Advocacy
Liz Roman
Board certified functional nutritional practitioner specializing in gut health and immune condition
Fit Mom Functional Health
Episode: Ep. 88: The Gut Health, Chronic Illness Connection
Ali Moresco
Founder of Moresco Public Relations and Communications, healthcare PR expert and patient advocate
Moresco Public Relations
Episode: Ep. 86: Trust Yourself, Not the Label: The Danger of “It’s Just Stress”

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Rachel
Host of The SpoonFull Show, active in chronic-illness advocacy and community building.

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Ep. 97- Stuck in Survival Mode: The Fight‑or‑Flight Link to Autoimmune Illness with Dr. Brendan McLaughlin
Q: What practical steps can listeners take to begin healing without becoming overwhelmed?
Start with simple changes like morning sunlight, reducing blue light at night, low-impact movement, and activities that engage the mind away from screens; gradual improvements in circadian rhythm, stress management, and mindset can yield meaningful long-term benefits.
Ep. 97- Stuck in Survival Mode: The Fight‑or‑Flight Link to Autoimmune Illness with Dr. Brendan McLaughlin
Q: What happens in the body when someone is stuck in fight-or-flight, and how does this relate to autoimmunity?
Prolonged stress keeps the autonomic nervous system in a sympathetic state, driving cytokine production and hormonal disruption, which undermines immune tolerance and can precipitate autoimmune processes; restoring balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems is key.
Ep. 95- Finding Answers: A Journey Through Dizziness and Discovery with Author Rachel Weaver
Q: How did you uncover the connection between blood sugar and migraines, and what changed for you after that discovery?
A neurobiologist in Utah conducted a study focusing on glucose regulation in migraine patients. Wearing continuous glucose and heart monitors, I learned that maintaining steady glucose levels, especially through ketosis and later a personalized carb threshold, dramatically reduced chronic migraine days and transformed my life.
Ep. 95- Finding Answers: A Journey Through Dizziness and Discovery with Author Rachel Weaver
Q: What started the journey of finding answers, and where did you first go to figure out what was happening?
I began at the campus clinic and then moved through a chain of specialists, only to realize the core issue was not just a single organ problem but a complex interaction of dizziness, migraines, and later glucose regulation, which required stepping outside the traditional referral path and exploring broader metabolic insights.
Ep.89: Pill Bottles & Power: From Side Effects to Self-Advocacy
Q: But let's just start by having you tell our listeners a little about yourself.
Kim explains her background as a nurse and a patient navigating multiple chronic conditions, sharing her insights on how being educated about medications helps patients engage more effectively with healthcare providers.

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A compassionate, experience-rich show focused on living with chronic illness. Episodes blend personal storytelling with expert insight across topics like self-advocacy, medication management, gut health, parenting with illness, trauma-informed care, mental health, identity after illness, and strategies for building community and resilience. Guests range from medical professionals and patient advocates to authors and people navigating long diagnostic journeys, all centering practical tips, validation, and empowerment for Spoonie listeners. A notable through-line is reframing health challenges as areas for growth, self-advocacy, and meaningful living, often highlighting accessible self-care, supportive networks, and systemic change through li... more

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