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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