Life can change so quickly when diagnosed with a chronic illness. Things we once held tightly to like our jobs, hobbies, abilities, family and friends can disappear in the blink of an eye. We can find ourselves lost and isolated from the world around us. Today’s podcast guest tells us how she channelled her own struggles, fear and uncertainty into her TikTok videos and created a safe space and community for others who are struggling with chronic illness. What started out as a wobbly dance turned into 41,000 engaged followers, and a whole world of purpose.
Join me as we get social with Julie and learn about:
Her initial symptoms and diagnosis
Her struggles raising young children
How she had to forego continuing education
Her medication dilemmas and complications
Her dedication to exercise
How she started posting on Tiktok
What motivates her daily videos
Why she is so loved by her 41,000 followers
Her speaking opportunities with #sothisisms
Her hobbies, interests and desires
Her advice for the newly diagnosed
How she deals with the difficult days
The message she wants to shout out

Links:
The MS Gym
Connect with Julie on TikTok
Connect with Jodi on TikTok ,  Facebook