#ChronicIllness
I used to use ‘fighter’ language- being a ‘warrior’ ’battling my illnesses’ etc. The thing is, it hurt me. Being at war with my body made me feel shame and it was not healthy. I urge anyone who uses this language to
I used to use ‘fighter’ language- being a ‘warrior’ ’battling my illnesses’ etc. The thing is, it hurt me. Being at war with my body made me feel shame and it was not healthy. I urge anyone who uses this language to
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I think this language can be really damaging and I would be keen to hear what you all think about it 🩷