I'm a forensic psychologist, a mum of two, and I've lived with rheumatoid arthritis since 2017. I write — honestly, and usually with a bit of humour — about what it actually takes to cope with a chronic, invisible illness. The book, the podcast and the little shop are all the same effort, written down.
— Anita
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In her own words.
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Treat your illness as a journey, not a destination. It's a road to recovery, not a bullet train.
On pacing yourself
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We're all in the same boat. Sure, it might have a small leak — but it's nothing we can't fix.
On finding your people
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It's okay to be kind to yourself — and I'll show you exactly what that looks like.
From the introduction
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Where to land first.
Not sure where to start? That's completely allowed. Here are a few good places to begin.
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Newly diagnosed?
Start with the book. The whole story — coming to terms with the diagnosis, the medications, the shift in identity, and the daily habits that help you take back control.
A space to share the lived experiences of real mothers through their journeys, co-hosted with Eimear. Honest, unhurried conversations about motherhood and the bodies we negotiate with daily.
How to Take Control of Your Autoimmune Chronic Illness
Written by a forensic psychologist living with rheumatoid arthritis since 2017 — an honest, often funny guide to coping with an autoimmune chronic illness, from diagnosis and medication to identity, independence, and the small daily habits that help. Not a cure, and not a lecture.
One email, occasionally. Only when I have something worth saying. No spam, no sales pitches, no self-help nonsense. Reply any time — I read everything.
