Challenging Wellness Narratives and Thriving with Chronic Illness with Grace Quantock

In this insightful episode of the INSPIRED CHOICE Podcast, I’m excited to welcome Grace Quantock, an award-winning anti-oppressive psychotherapeutic counselor, speaker, and author based in South Wales. Grace’s groundbreaking work spans over 15 years, supporting marginalized individuals living with chronic pain, illness, and complex trauma. In this interview, Grace shares her unique perspective on health, wellness, and systemic change in the healthcare industry.

We dive deep into how Grace’s personal experience with chronic illness has shaped her therapeutic approach, advocacy work, and newly released book, *Living Well with Chronic Illness*. We also explore how wellness narratives often miss the mark for many, and what needs to change for a more inclusive and supportive healthcare system.

Join us for this powerful conversation about thriving on your own terms, creating personalized wellness roadmaps, and challenging societal views on chronic illness and disability.

Meet Grace Quantock
Newport, UK

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• Book mentioned: https://amzn.to/3BVyOhB


• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracequantock/

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(0:00) Introduction of guest Grace Quantock and her achievements
(1:57) Grace's chronic illness and its impact on her counseling approach
(4:37) Systemic issues and "rubbish bin diagnosis" in healthcare
(10:33) Individual vs. systemic problems and challenging wellness narratives
(19:05) Strategies for living well with chronic illness from Grace's book
(22:37) Importance of the plates exercise and balancing self-care with professional commitments
(26:33) Automated systems for effective communication
(27:13) Personalizing wellness and healthcare
(28:25) Closing remarks by Caroline Biesalski