Nadine Heir discusses her experience living with invisible conditions, including general anxiety disorder (GAD), scoliosis, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). She shares her journey with these conditions and the challenges she faces in managing them. Nadine compares the healthcare systems in England and Mexico, highlighting the accessibility and affordability of healthcare in Mexico. We discuss how living in Mexico has influenced her health and well-being beyond medical care.
We also discuss the importance of self-advocacy and finding the right support when living with chronic conditions. We explore the cultural attitudes towards health and disability in different countries and the impact on individuals, finding empowerment through powerlifting. We also discuss the importance of community and education in managing chronic conditions.
Keywords: invisible conditions, general anxiety disorder, GAD, scoliosis, irritable bowel syndrome, IBS, healthcare systems, accessibility, affordability, living in Mexico, racial divide, feeling secure, self-advocacy, chronic conditions, cultural attitudes, health, disability, generalised anxiety disorder, scoliosis, powerlifting, healthcare support, community, education.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and living with scoliosis
05:34 Living with IBS
10:38 Comparing Healthcare Systems: UK vs Mexico
22:50 Finding Support in the Fitness Community
29:09 The Role of Community and Empowerment
32:36 The Importance of Self-Awareness and Advocacy
41:24 Future Developments and Initiatives
Takeaways
Living with invisible conditions can be challenging, and it's important to find strategies and tools that work for individual needs.
The healthcare system in Mexico offers more accessibility and options for specialists compared to the UK, allowing for personalised care.
Living in a different country can have an impact on mental health and well-being, including exposure to different racial dynamics and feeling secure in one's surroundings.
Self-advocacy is crucial when navigating a healthcare system that may not fully support the needs of individuals with chronic conditions.
Cultural attitudes towards health and disability can vary, impacting the level of support and treatment individuals receive.
Finding the right community and support system is essential for managing chronic conditions and promoting overall well-being.
Engaging in physical activities like powerlifting can be empowering and beneficial for individuals with chronic conditions.
Links to things we discussed:
THE GYM - for the mind, a community of solopreneurs, creators, and freelancers in the creator economy.
From Boxes to Butterflies - WriteWiser - an interview with Nadine Heir by Susannah Dawn.
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