by Sam Cherry
Low Battery Club is a podcast about navigating adulthood with chronic illness. Hosted by Sam Cherry, each episode explores the realities of living life in low power mode— from flare days and doctor’s visits to friendships and dating. Expect honest conversations, listener stories, and reminders that you’re not the only one running on low battery mode.
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May 31, 2026
<p>if you're looking for five simple, memorable ways to support your mental health while living with chronic illness, you're in the right place.</p><p>in today's episode, I'm sharing the often overlooked aspects of your mental health that you can influence— even when chronic illness makes it feel like so much of your agency has been taken away. drawing from my own experience living with POTS and hEDS, a psychology degree, and my genuine passion for talking into a microphone for 35 minutes, i’ll walk you through practical mindset shifts and habits that have helped me navigate the mental side of chronic illness.</p><p>my hope is that you'll leave this episode feeling seen, understood, and encouraged to take the small but meaningful steps toward better mental health that you deserve.💗</p><p><br></p><p><strong>topics (with timestamps):</strong> </p><p>00:00 intro & why i care about mental health</p><p>05:52 what therapy has taught me about my emotions</p><p>12:59 finding the right support system for you</p><p>18:29 trusting your instincts with your chronically illness </p><p>24:33 rumination, hypervigilance, & chronic illness</p><p>28:49 setting goals & finding your purpose again</p><p><br></p><p><strong>mentioned resources:</strong></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dAybXHD9clb48zRojEU4Q?si=MYjBS8MzRRamYXwJaYeeBQ"><u>last week’s episode</u></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>connect with me:</strong></p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lowbatteryclubpod"><u>tiktok</u></a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lowbatteryclubpod"><u>instagram</u></a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@lowbatteryclubpod"><u>youtube</u></a></p><p>🪫<a href="mailto:lowbatteryclubpod@gmail.com"><u>email me</u></a><u>!</u></p><p>🪫<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJy4dhn8kIHVA5I1K9Le-VEU_VAym5-b_0nwnJROPKSB9NXg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=112541262586513689573"><u>anonymous form (share your story!)</u></a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwaGsf1y_6A0pyvO9juks262n7nqAzZJXPLlU2S9Q3XkOokg/viewform?usp=publish-editor"><u>guest application (be on the pod!)</u></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>a little note:</strong> if you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review— it helps more people find the show!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>disclaimer:</strong> the information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. the host is not a licensed medical professional.</p><p>always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, medications, or health routines.</p>
May 18, 2026
<p>if you’re navigating chronic illness, you probably know firsthand how deeply your mental health can be affected by your physical health. struggling with both isn’t easy—and you’re definitely not alone.</p><p>but in order to support and improve our mental health, we first need to understand why it may be suffering in the first place. what’s happening biologically, psychologically, and even socially that can make chronic illness feel so mentally overwhelming?</p><p>in this episode, i’m combining my own experience with chronic illness with my degree in psychology to break down the many factors that can contribute to worsening mental health. from nervous system stress to grief, isolation, and identity shifts, there’s often a lot influencing how you feel that you may not even realize.</p><p>awareness is the first step toward healing—and understanding what you’re carrying can help you move through it with more compassion for yourself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>topics (with timestamps):</strong> </p><p>00:00 life updates & your anonymous question!!</p><p>03:59 chronic illness, mental health, & self-validation</p><p>08:04 a psychology model for understanding mental health</p><p>11:12 how chronic illness affects our biology</p><p>15:36 the psychology behind chronic illness</p><p>23:31 relationship dynamics & chronic illness </p><p>29:19 sociocultural impacts on chronic illness </p><p>34:12 final thoughts & a preview of next week’s ep!!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>mentioned resources:</strong></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://sillylilyfoundation.org/"><u>silly lily foundation</u></a></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://image1.slideserve.com/1756234/a-multipath-model-of-mental-disorders-cont-d-l.jpg"><u>multipath model</u></a></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://spondylitis.org/spondylitis-plus/the-link-between-stress-and-chronic-illness-tools-for-stress-management/"><u>stress + the nervous system</u></a></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://www.news-medical.net/health/The-Psychological-Strain-of-Chronic-Physical-Illness.aspx"><u>psychological strain of chronic illness</u></a></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://healersandpatients.web.unc.edu/2021/05/health-disparities-at-the-intersection-of-gender-and-race/"><u>health disparities in the u.s.</u></a> </p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://sph.umich.edu/news/2025posts/chronic-disease-burden-and-future-perceptions-of-financial-control.html"><u>chronic illness + financial burden</u></a></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7zVMKZsMwnLo7K38cfYZza?si=0QYs8OKMQdKlY1rEuslMRg"><u>ep.2: coping with chronic illness in your 20s</u></a></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0EDvtQYVDkEeznzyzbPWOw?si=79KCtsemQMGDUqNtJagnug"><u>ep.3: no one warns you how lonely chronic pain is</u></a></p><p><strong>⚡️</strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0BgF0idowcNuqlpNuZxn3W?si=RpoJZJZHR32VdJeOFllnng"><u>ep.4: the invisible mental load behind chronic illness</u></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>connect with me:</strong></p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lowbatteryclubpod"><u>tiktok</u></a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lowbatteryclubpod"><u>instagram</u></a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@lowbatteryclubpod"><u>youtube</u></a></p><p>🪫<a href="mailto:lowbatteryclubpod@gmail.com"><u>email me</u></a><u></u></p><p>🪫<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJy4dhn8kIHVA5I1K9Le-VEU_VAym5-b_0nwnJROPKSB9NXg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=112541262586513689573"><u>anonymous form (share your story!)</u></a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwaGsf1y_6A0pyvO9juks262n7nqAzZJXPLlU2S9Q3XkOokg/viewform?usp=publish-editor"><u>guest application (be on the pod!)</u></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>a little note:</strong> if you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review— it helps more people find the show!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>disclaimer:</strong> the information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. the host is not a licensed medical professional.</p><p>always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, medications, or health routines.</p>
May 6, 2026
<p>today is the day: i’m finally sharing my full journey with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).</p><p>in this episode, i break down everything—from what i believe triggered it, to the strange early symptom that stumped every doctor, to the long road to getting diagnosed. i also open up about the emotional side of living with a chronic condition like this.</p><p>whether you think you might have POTS, have already been diagnosed, or care about someone who has it, i hope this episode helps you feel more informed—and less alone.</p><p>living with POTS can feel incredibly niche and isolating. my goal with this episode is to make that experience a little more understood🤍</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>topics (with timestamps):</strong> </p><p>00:56 a huge misconception about POTS</p><p>07:51 what triggered my POTS </p><p>12:13 non-epileptic seizures </p><p>18:20 my POTS symptoms </p><p> 20:31 getting misdiagnosed </p><p>23:33 POTS testing + diagnosis </p><p>26:47 the emotional side of dr’s appointments</p><p>28:42 what it felt like getting diagnosed </p><p>32:10 my current medical mystery </p><p><br /></p><p><strong>connect with me:</strong></p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lowbatteryclubpod" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tiktok</a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lowbatteryclubpod" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instagram</a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@lowbatteryclubpod" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">youtube</a></p><p>🪫<a href="mailto:lowbatteryclubpod@gmail.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">email me</a>!</p><p>🪫<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJy4dhn8kIHVA5I1K9Le-VEU_VAym5-b_0nwnJROPKSB9NXg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=112541262586513689573" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anonymous form (share your story!)</a> </p><p>🪫<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwaGsf1y_6A0pyvO9juks262n7nqAzZJXPLlU2S9Q3XkOokg/viewform?usp=publish-editor" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">guest application (be on the pod!)</a></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>a little note:</strong> if you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review— it helps more people find the show!</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>disclaimer:</strong> the information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. the host is not a licensed medical professional.</p><p>always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, medications, or health routines.</p>
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Low Battery Club is a podcast about navigating adulthood with chronic illness.
Hosted by Sam Cherry, each episode explores the realities of living life in low power mode— from flare days and doctor’s visits to friendships and dating. Expect honest conversations, listener stories, and reminders that you’re not the only one running on low battery mode.
This podcast updates daily.
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