Why I Don’t Want a ‘Merry’ Christmas With Chronic Illness

As someone with chronic illness, Julie explains how the expectation of everyone being merry at Christmas is a fantasy, both comforting and toxic. She proposes a more authentic holiday instead, where people are able to share their joys along with their sorrows.

Published first here: https://themighty.com/2021/12/authentic-christmas-with-chronic-illness/



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