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183 - Strength in Vulnerability: Theresa's Recovery Story
Description
In this episode, Jackie is joined by Theresa Aristarco who shares her Long Covid recovery story.
- Theresa's journey from an active software engineer to battling long-haul COVID
- Navigating complex medical challenges and invisible symptoms
- The critical role of mental health in recovery
- Overcoming vestibular issues and physical limitations
- Finding hope and healing through physical therapy, medication, and support
Episode Themes:
- Long COVID recovery
- Mental health and healing
- The importance of community and vulnerability
- Non-linear recovery process
Memorable Quotes:
- "I was never going to get better alone"
- "Progress isn't linear, recovery isn't linear"
- "I'm only recently starting to say I'm not sick anymore"
Links:
- Theresa's website: theresaaristarco.com
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/theresaaristarco
- Substack: theresaaristarco.substack.com
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(music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life)
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