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Real Talk with Melody

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by Melody Olander

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"But You Don't Look Sick." brings you Unfiltered Fridays to talk about dating, school, mental health, stigma, tips and more! Hosted by Melody Olander, a life blogger, Instagrammer, Healthcare Solutions grad student, and non-profit founder figuring out life one day at a time. Diagnosed with CIDP in 2016, after years of battling an unknown condition causing severe symptoms, Melody decided to dedicate her time towards improving the patient's experience. "I hope by sharing my story and the stories of others, we can start to see some real change in the healthcare system."

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August 6, 2021

Pink Takeover (ft. Taylor)

Episode 17 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @shegotthepink On this weeks episode we discuss how most people don't realize you get out of social media what you put into it. We talk about the importance of creating a social media community that vibes with your views and restrict posts that cause negative emotions. We also discuss our experiences with therapy and all the different kinds of therapies available to try. Therapy isn't a one size fits all approach, and it can take a while to find the right therapist/technique for you. About the Guest: Taylor Steinbeck is a content creator and digital illustrator based in the Bay Area who enjoys creating feminist illustrations with the aim of empowering others to cultivate a practice of radical self-compassion. Her passions lie in the intersection of social justice, mental health awareness, and the femme aesthetic. You can find more information about Taylor on Instagram @shegotthepink About the host: Melody is a social media influencer and founder of the non-profit "But You Don't Look Sick." After battling a rare neurological disorder for 7 years, she decided to show the realities of what it's like to live with an invisible illness and advocate for the better treatment of patients. She has successfully created a program centered on assisting both those who are diagnosed and going through the diagnostic process. You can follow Melody on instagram @butyoudontlooksickofficial or visit our website at www.butudontlooksick.com Edited by: Kristen @birdbearhealth Final Listen: Taylor @plottwistparenting Podcast Manager: Bella @itsbellawhit Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of "But You Don't Look Sick." the staff, or other contributors. The material and information contained on this website is for general information purposes only. You should not rely on information on this website as a basis for making decisions. Consult with your doctor before making any changes to your current medical routine.

July 30, 2021

An Unrequited Spotlight(ft. Teona)

Episode 16 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @tee_spoonie Neither myself or this week’s guest, Tee, saw what was headed our way in public advocacy. On the search for a community, Tee in one tweet started the creation of their own community. Now boasting over 18,000 followers, Tee has broadened and improved the people surrounding their platform. Tee and I relay our experiences that started simply expressing ourselves online, and in turn were able to create a space for people like us. However, as I know well through But You Don’t Look Sick, that is often no easy task. From ableism to “life coaches” and trolls, Tee and I have dealt with every sort of person online. While the impact our spaces provide for other chronically ill individuals is invaluable, we agree it doesn’t make handling the harshness of public advocacy any easier. We discuss how we balance our mental health and the platforms, and how seldomly a feed will reflect a person’s true situation. About the Guest: Teona Studemire is a queer multi-disabled content creator. They specialize in writing different topics surrounding disability, sex education, positivity, neurodivergency, mental health and their intersections with Blackness. They became disabled in 2017 upon the development of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis alongside their Autism and ADHD. In 2020, they found their voice and rekindled their love for writing and thus her website, TeeSpoonie was born. Through this website, Teona writes on various topics in the hopes of helping others find their voice, educating those on their misconceptions about disability, neurodivergence, etc. In their freetime, Teona streams video games on Twitch with the goal of creating a cozy and accessible space where everyone is safe to be themselves. You can find more information about Tee at https://teespoonie.com/ or on Instagram & Twitter @tee_spoonie About the host: Melody is a social media influencer and founder of the non-profit "But You Don't Look Sick." After battling a rare neurological disorder for 7 years, she decided to show the realities of what it's like to live with an invisible illness and advocate for the better treatment of patients. She has successfully created a program centered on assisting both those who are diagnosed and going through the diagnostic process. You can follow Melody on instagram @butyoudontlooksickofficial or visit our website at www.butudontlooksick.com Edited by: Kristen @birdbearhealth Final Listen: Taylor @plottwistparenting Podcast Manager: Bella @itsbellawhit Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of "But You Don't Look Sick." the staff, or other contributors. The material and information contained on this website is for general information purposes only. You should not rely on information on this website as a basis for making decisions. Consult with your doctor before making any changes to your current medical routine.

July 16, 2021

I Believe Me (ft. Arizona Lindsey)

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of abuse, suicide, trauma and mental health issues. . . Episode 15 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @arizonalindseymusic On this weeks episode of Unfiltered Friday’s, Arizona and I dive into the depths of our brains. Arizona, a mental health advocate, and I discuss the lives of mental illness patients, she and myself included. The struggles are daily constants: not being able to sleep, pain, fatigue, lack of concentration and focus, mental fog… and the tendency to blame ourselves for our symptoms. We discuss this difficult cycle of mental health symptoms and the self-blaming response. We think its’ partially accredited to the heavy stigmas on mental illness which is at the point even patients invalidate their own conditions. While the burden of symptoms are not our faults, Arizona and I talk about our realizations that individuals do have control over our persons, even when our body and brains are telling the opposite. We discuss how we just wanted our suffering to end, and how we got to a point where we could cope with our conditions and advocate for others. We hope that by sharing this honest episode, it helps others who deal with these symptoms and illnesses realize they are not alone. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, please reach out to someone you trust.  Help is available.  USA National Suicide Hotline 800-273-8255 About the Guest: Fearlessly open and raw, Arizona Lindsey exposes her own story of trauma and rebirth from the ashes through her music and mission. From homelessness to winning the Gold Coast Arts Center’s 'Your Big Break' Competition, Arizona represents resilience and tenacity as she uses her platform to de-stigmatize mental health. She shatters the expectations of the world with an unconventional approach to life as she survives on self-expression and encourages others to embrace their uniqueness. Empowering through a pop-country sound and vulnerable fraught lyrics, Arizona Lindsey leaves nothing unsaid in her new album The Process; now available on all music platforms. You can follow Arizona on instagram @arizonalindseymusic or visit www.arizonalindsey.com/ About the host: Melody is a social media influencer and founder of the non-profit "But You Don't Look Sick." After battling a rare neurological disorder for 7 years, she decided to show the realities of what it's like to live with an invisible illness and advocate for the better treatment of patients. She has successfully created a program centered on assisting both those who are diagnosed and going through the diagnostic process. You can follow Melody on instagram @butyoudontlooksickofficial or visit our website at<a href="http://www.butudontlooksick.com/"> www.butudontlooksick.com</a> Edited by: Kristen @birdbearhealth Final Listen: Taylor @plottwistparenting Podcast Manager: Bella @itsbellawhit Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of "But You Don't Look Sick." the staff, or other contributors. The material and information contained on this website is for general information purposes only. You should not rely on information on this website as a basis for making decisions. Consult with your doctor before making any changes to your current medical routine.

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What is Real Talk with Melody?: "But You Don't Look Sick." brings you Unfiltered Fridays to talk about dating, school, mental health, stigma, tips and more!

Hosted by Melody Olander, a life blogger, Instagrammer, Healthcare Solutions grad student, and non-profit founder figuring out life one day at a time.

Diagnosed with CIDP in 2016, after years of battling an unknown condition causing severe symptoms, Melody decided to dedicate her time towards improving the patient's experience.

"I hope by sharing my story and the stories of others, we can start to see some real change in the healthcare system."
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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