Tag: chronic illness

When Life Says “Stop”

A cartoon-style illustration shows a woman lying on her side in bed, resting her head on a soft pink pillow. She’s wearing a bright pink hoodie with drawstrings and has her eyes gently closed, a small smile suggesting calm or relief. Her dark brown hair falls naturally across the pillow, and the simple blue-gray background keeps the focus on her peaceful, resting face.

When illness forces us to pause, community keeps us moving. Mobilates founder Leanne shares an honest reflection on loss, purpose, and the power of rest and why Mobilates was built to last beyond one person.

We Know Our Bodies – and We Deserve to Be Heard

Jodie smiling at the camera in the water.

Our wonderful Leanne recently shared a post, which I think will resonate with too many of us. She asked us to record short videos about times we’d been dismissed or mistreated by medical professionals. The response was overwhelming, because, sadly, so many of us have a story, usually multiple stories.

It Wasn’t Just a Tick Bite 😱

Leanne's eyes looking down at the camera with smudges underneath

So, can you believe it? I’ve got Lyme Disease. On top of everything else I’m already managing with hormones and endometriosis, this feels like a cruel extra. I don’t feel that great to be honest.

Why I Created a Neurodivergent Protocol personal version

An image of Santana, eyes closed, her bottom hand is facing up and her top hand facing down like she is holding the moon.

Being neurodivergent myself, I know how much energy it can take just to show up to a class. The space might feel too bright, the instructions unclear, or the pace overwhelming. Sometimes, it’s not the movement that’s the challenge – it’s everything around it.