{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep. 5: Talking With Family & Friends About Autoimmune Life","description":"Do your family and friends understand what it\u2019s like to live with autoimmune disease? If they\u2019re blessed enough to have good health and we hope they are, the answer is likely no. They often get the closest look into our daily lives with symptoms, flares, and the endless commitment to diet and lifestyle habits; but it\u2019s hard for someone else to truly understand an invisible disease.  On this episode, we\u2019re diving into those important conversations to have with family and friends and how to establish healthy, ongoing communications.  Today\u2019s episode highlights:  How to have those initial conversations with your family about your diagnosis  Tips for ongoing communications with your family and friends when you\u2019re struggling Strategies for handling people who doubt you and your symptoms Tune in and be sure to share your thoughts on today\u2019s topic below. We love to hear from you! And join the conversation on instagram with your fellow autoimmune besties at https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/autoimmunebestiespodcast. ","author_name":"Autoimmune Besties Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/shannanemrow.com\/autoimmune-besties-podcast\/","html":"