In a follow-up to the previous episode, "Hope, Healing, and Living in the Gray," Julia and Maddy talk about the emotional side of healing. Illness is traumatic, but living in survival mode often forces us to prioritize physical healing. Both of us have come to realize how important it is to our healing to address our emotional health and calm our nervous systems. Listen in for the unique ways doing this has played a part in our healing journeys.  ..read more

When it comes to healing, the light at the end of the tunnel can be very dim at times. In a hopeful conversation, Julia and Maddy talk about the big strides they’ve taken in healing and what it feels like to get something back on this illness journey. Both discuss the moments they believed healing was impossible, and how learning to live in the grey has helped them find peace ..read more

Being a 20 something with a chronic illness or disability is challenging for a multitude of reasons, but a huge one is that you’re just starting out. Maybe you just graduated, are starting a your career, or are considering graduate school. Being sick throws a wrench in all of it. Will I be able to handle the stress and workload? Do I need to change career paths? Maddy and Julia share their experiences with all of these questions and discuss what a challenge it is to not compare yourself to your healthy peers ..read more

Welcome back to the Two Much Lyme Podcast! Today's episode focuses on the challenges individuals with chronic illness face while completing their college careers. From infusing medication during class, to flying across the country for doctors appointments, and the frustration of struggling in the shadows, listen for Julia and Maddy's experiences. They provide tips about disability accommodations during college and speak to the decision to take time off. If you are struggling, and would like someone who understands Lyme disease, please visit the Global Lyme Alliance's Peer-to-Peer Mentor Progra ..read more

Living with Lyme disease often includes a lifestyle shift. Lyme can become so imbedded in the brain and nervous system that it causes a myriad of psychiatric symptoms. These symptoms and the damage done to your stress response system can make even little things a challenge. Energy becomes precious and flares are easy to trigger. Listen to hear Julia and Maddy’s experiences with this side of Lyme, and learn how they have shifted their lives to protect their health! Connect with us:  Instagram: @two.muchlymepodcast Website: twomuchlymepodcast.com  Donate to the Global Lyme Alliance ..read more

This episode of the Two Much Lyme Podcast includes an interview with Dr. Timothy Sellati, the Chief Scientific Officer of the Global Lyme Alliance! Dr. Sellati breaks down the most influential GLA-funded studies on topics including the connection between Lyme and neuropsychiatric disorders, evidence of persistent infection, and so much more! Donate to the Global Lyme Alliance: Globallymealliance.org/donate-today/ Research Studies (in the order they are discussed):  Dr. Nigrovic's Pedi Lyme Network: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/26/12/20-0920_article Dr. Aucott’s PTLDS work: https://w ..read more

Welcome back to the Two Much Lyme Podcast! On today's episode, Julia and Maddy take you through some of their favorite books for hard times in healing. They talk all things from memoirs to fiction. Let's face it, chronic illness is not easy, but finding words that resonate can be such a relief. If you are searching for that comfort or your next great read this is the perfect episode! Glennon Doyle's, Untamed, and Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen's, Kitchen Table Wisdom, top the list ..read more

In this episode of the Two Much Lyme Podcast, Julia and Maddy dive into the tough realities of traveling while chronically ill. The prep work required, medication packing, the flare up afterwards, and the desperate desire to keep up can be incredibly anxiety producing. Listen now for support, validation, and to increase awareness of Lyme and chronic disease. Connect with us! Website: twomuchlymepodcast.com Instagram: @two.muchlymepodcast  Donate and Learn from the Global Lyme Alliance  globallymealliance.org ..read more

Welcome back to the Two Much Lyme Podcast. As a surprise, we are bringing you an extra episode this month! Maddy and Julia are doing solo episodes to give health updates and talk about topics more specific to their experiences. In this episode, Maddy talks about her recent struggles with healing fatigue and how challenging it can be to gear up for treatments when you're seeing little progress. She also jumps into her recent opportunity to advocate for Lyme federal funding and details opportunities for others to get involved. Link to Maddy's Blog on Lyme Advocacy: maddymeetslyme.com  Conta ..read more

Welcome back to the Two Much Lyme podcast! In this episode, Julia and Maddy discuss a theme central to the chronic illness experience: isolation. They chat about the toll Lyme disease-induced isolation has taken on their mental health, relationships, and identities. They are both so fortunate to have supportive family and friends, which is not a given in the chronic illness world, but they aim to validate the feelings of guilt associated with the inability to fully engage with peers and family. They share their personal experiences navigating the divide that seems persistent between those with ..read more