Chronically Hopeful

the intersection between mental health, chronic pain, life as a therapist, & staying hopeful for beautiful moments despite it all.

Launched a year ago

Relentless Pain & Relentless Hope

"Even the midst of pain, we can stay hopeful for the moments that feel like sunshine. They sound contradictory, but they can coexist."

Apr 9, 2025•Chronically Hopeful Therapist

Learning to Reattach Joy

chronic illness decides what gets removed, but I get to decide what gets put back on

Mar 31•Chronically Hopeful Therapist

Perspective

the lens through which empathy and understanding become possible.

Mar 12•Chronically Hopeful Therapist

Inescapable Countdown

"It feels like my life is over, even though rationally I know that it’s not."

Feb 26•Chronically Hopeful Therapist

The Lives I Could Have Lived

is this a quarter-life crisis? possibly.

Feb 12•Chronically Hopeful Therapist

Bearing Witness to Pain

the gift of self-compassionate reframing: seeking care is a dedication to living

Jan 31•Chronically Hopeful Therapist

Creating Internal Safety in an Unsafe World

experiences from a woman of color, just hoping for belonging, acceptance, and love.

Jan 26•Chronically Hopeful Therapist