University And Chronic Illness: A Survival Guide
University and Chronic Illness: A Survival Guide is for every chronically illperson considering or preparing for university. A chatty and informative resource, the book goes far beyond your typical standardised advice on academics, and encompasses all aspects of student life: socialising, independent living, managing your money, and what to do when things go wrong.
Find out more about the book and my own story in this piece, and purchase a copy of your own here! #ChronicStudying
![[#AD - Gifted & Giveaway!] This is what a disabled person looks like. Can you believe it still needs to be said that not all disabilities are visible?⠀
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When I’m not using my mobility aids, I really do look like any other person. And at times that’s a blessing. But my goodness, it isn’t half a battle to get other people to take your needs seriously when they can’t see them with their own eyes. ⠀
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Just because you can’t see my debilitating symptoms, it doesn’t mean they’re not there. Just because I don’t ‘look’ ill or always fit the stereotypical image of disability that society has taught us to internalise, doesn’t mean that my experiences are any less valid. Disabled isn't a bad word, and nobody should ever be made to feel ashamed or unworthy because they identify with it.⠀
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Heck, I’ve even had people question my illness in the past simply because I’ve smiled or seemed cheerful. Didn’t realise I had to spend my life wailing in misery for my medical status to be deemed acceptable by random strangers in public but whatever floats your boat, Karen. ⠀
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There are still so many misconceptions around invisible illnesses and what disability actually looks like, so I couldn’t be more chuffed with my tee from @annascanlon’s Disabled Person’s store, an initiative for people who are not ashamed of their disability and want to dismantle the stigma. They’re ethically produced, size-inclusive, and the design of this one is even prettier in person!⠀
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Fancy winning one of your own? Simply follow @lifeofpippa and @annascanlon, and tag a friend in the comments. For a bonus entry, share this post on your Stories and tag us both so we can see it! ⠀
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This giveaway is open for those based in the UK, and one winner will be chosen randomly on Sunday 5th July at 12pm. This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram or Facebook. Best of luck, gang! And here’s to continuing to challenge perceptions, eh? 🤞🏻✨](https://www.lifeofpippa.co.uk/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png)