#83 Endo, Exhaustion, & Emotional Toll featuring Kennedy - Grace Lauren Wong

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Living with endometriosis isn’t just a physical struggle—it’s an emotional marathon. In this powerful and vulnerable episode, our guest shares her journey through chronic pain, medical dismissal, and the decision to undergo a hysterectomy. We dive into the emotional impact of living in a body that feels like it’s constantly at war with itself, and how the chronic nature of invisible illness can take a deep toll on mental health. From navigating feelings of betrayal by your own body to reclaiming autonomy through surgery, this is a conversation about grief, resilience, and healing. If you’ve ever felt unseen in your pain or unsure whether your emotional struggles “count,” this one’s for you.

Our guest this week is a friend of the show, Kennedy. She was in episode 13 so please check out her previous episode as well!

🌿 Resources for Endometriosis, Chronic Pain & Mental Health

📚 Books

• “Ask Me About My Uterus” by Abby Norman – A raw and powerful memoir about endometriosis and medical dismissal.
• “Pain and Prejudice” by Gabrielle Jackson – Uncovering how the healthcare system fails women in pain.
• “Invisible Girls” by Sarah Perry – Personal narrative on chronic illness and feeling unseen.
• “Radical Acceptance” by Tara Brach – A guide for self-compassion and healing trauma.
• “The Chronic Pain and Illness Workbook for Teens” by Rachel Zoffness – Also helpful for adults managing pain and emotions.

🧠 Therapy & Support

• Chronic Illness Therapy Collective:
  chronicillnesstherapists.com – A directory for therapists specializing in chronic illness and pain.
• BetterHelp or Open Path Collective – Affordable mental health care, including therapists who work with pain, trauma, and reproductive health issues.
• Pain Connection (US Pain Foundation):
  uspainfoundation.org/painconnection – Peer support groups and educational resources for those living with pain.

🩺 Endometriosis & Hysterectomy Education

• Endometriosis Foundation of America:
  endofound.org – Patient education, advocacy, and up-to-date research.
• Nancy’s Nook (Facebook Group):
  A vetted and respected group offering peer support, surgeon recommendations, and educational resources.
• Center for Endometriosis Care:
  centerforendo.com – Specialists in excision surgery and compassionate care.

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