Hey there, I'm Cathy! Living with chronic illness isn't easy, and I'm here to talk about the ups, downs, and everything in between. Whether it's navigating relationships, work, or simply trying to make it through the day, I’m sharing my personal experiences and insights to offer support, humor, and connection for those walking (and rolling) the same path.
From dating while sick to finding small joys amidst the challenges, we’ll laugh, cry, and figure this chronic illness life out together. Join me as we create a space where you don’t have to go through it alone.
Belly Cramps, IBS, and the big bad Crohn's Disease
If you have chronic illness and belly pain, a lot of this episode may sound familiar! Me? Oh I've been MIA with a Crohn's disease flare! In this episode I tell you all about it, including some basic definitions for IBS, Crohn's disease, and all the diagnostic tests. Mentioned in the episode... ** please discuss any diagnostic test and prescription medicine with your doctor if you have any questions. Diagnostic tests: C-reactive protein, Cal Protectin, endoscopy, colono...
30 Oct 2025
Chronic Illness Friendships, with a little reiki, herbs, and a lot of honesty, ft. Jess Gardner
In this episode of That Chronic Thing podcast, Cathy is joined by her friend Jess Gardner. Jess is Reiki certified, she’s a poodle mama, disability advocate for EDS. Noonan syndrome, ME/CFS, dysautonomia and SFN. In addition, she is the proprietor and herbalist behind Muddy Roots, her business, where she serves up fire cider and plant based skin care for those local in Boston. We chat about reiki, herbs, and wedding accommodations, and ultimately land in a discussion of chronic il...
3 Oct 2025
Chronically Yours: ME/CFS Up Close, a personal story of chronic illness and resilience
In this episode of Chronically Yours, a segment of That Chronic Thing podcast, Cathy reads a moving submission from JD Fraser, who lives with severe ME/CFS. JD shares the realities of life with a poorly understood chronic illness—housebound, isolated, and enduring years without meaningful medical treatment. Alongside her story, JD offers ways we can all help: learn about ME/CFS, show care through small acts of kindness, support research, and keep finding joy in life’s little things. 💙 Watch U...
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