The Spoonie Struggle
Jessica TempleThe Spoonie Struggle is about the raw, honest look at living life with chronic illnesses and chronic pain conditions. Spoonies of all types are welcome to join us, but we will have a heavier focus on the lesser common, lesser understood, and difficult to diagnose conditions, such as Ehlers Danlos, Marfan's, Ankylosing spondylitis, Sjogren's syndrome, lupus, multiple sclerosis, sickle cell anemia, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 50 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & CultureMedicineHealth & Fitness | ||||
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Latest Episodes
Episode 49: Spoonie Dating and Divorce
In this episode, Jessica discusses the trials and tribulations of dating and divorcing while chronically ill. She ponders lots of questions about the "how to" or dating.
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Episode 48: Spoonie Self-Care
In this episode, Jessica offers tons of cheap, quick, and easy suggestions for ways to fit in self-care for spoonies.
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Episode 47: Distress Management Skills For Beating Pain and Burnout
In this episode, Jessica discusses distress tolerance/management strategies from Dialectical Behavior Therapy and how they can assist with pain, burnout, depression, and anxiety. S... more
Episode 46: Beating Pain and Spoonie Burnout Through Mindfulness
In this episode, Jessica discusses how mindfulness can benefit everyone and how it can help minimize pain, anxiety, depressed mood, and burnout. She provides tons of mindfulness strat... more
Episode 45: The Spoonie Burnout
In this episode, Jessica discusses the reality of burnout when you have chronic illness. She discusses what it is, signs and symptoms, causes, and what to do about it.
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Episode 44: Advocacy In The Medical World
In this episode, Jessica provides tons of useful tips and tricks for making medical appointments work for you, minimize gaslighting and discrimination, and minimize any mistakes or errors.
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Episode 43: Spoonie Self-Advocacy
In this episode, Jessica discusses tips and tricks for advocating for yourself on a daily basis, with yourself, friends, family, work, and the community.
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Episode 42: Spoonie Parenting of Special Needs Kids
In this episode, Jessica provides updates on the struggles of being a parent with a chronic illness/disability while also raising two children with special needs. She talks about the state of fina... more
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Reviews
- Hello Jessica Temple, I am Branwen Temple.
I have hEDS Type 4. Interesting.
Apple Podcasts5Branwen Temple
United States3 years ago I’m always grateful to hear life stories from a fellow potsie. Thank you for sharing.
Audible5SwedeninJuneUnited States4 years ago- Informational & Pleasant
Loving this podcast. So much information. I’m researching a possible disease for myself and mind the information helpful and relatable. Plus Jessica has a very soothing voice that makes it easy to listen to.
Apple Podcasts5PrynsesHeatherUnited States4 years ago - Great podcast!
I was recently on to chat with Jessica and not only is she an outstanding host but knows exactly the right questions to ask to get the best insights for her listeners. I’m looking forward to hearing a lot more shows from this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5ashjdfl;had;glkUnited States4 years ago - You need this in your life!
I recently found out I have hEDS, and I’ve been on the hunt for any/all info about it. This podcast is absolute gold. It’s teaching me so much about this condition and how it affects other people, and it makes me feel so much less alone. Thank you thank you thank you ❤️
Apple Podcasts5Jazzmin KayUnited States4 years ago - Great, interesting, and informative
I love the host, she’s sweet and seems kind. I appreciate her bedside manner with her guests and her ability to make complex medical matters approachable.
Apple Podcasts5EmilyStrawberryPiperUnited States5 years ago - Very helpful
I’ve really enjoyed listening to this podcast, as I’ve learned many new things about both my chronic illnesses and others. The host is very informed and has interesting guests.
Apple Podcasts5habuddeUnited States5 years ago - So empowering!
I love listening to this podcast! She totally understands me and gets where I’m coming from. I love hearing the stories that are similar to mine. Super helpful!
Apple Podcasts5LdechicaUnited States5 years ago
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