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You are not alone.   Join our Courage Club community of thrivers where are passion is to encourage and empower you to live well after you hear the words “you have an autoimmune condition….”  

You can find the Courage Club over at UnderstandingAutoimmune.com. 😊

Did you know there are over 100 conditions that people are suffering with everyday that compromise their immune systems and if it’s not one of the “big ones” like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis you might be told it’s all in your head….

Your host for The Autoimmune Hour, Sharon Sayler knows, she’s heard that over and over again. It was her struggles to find the right answers that created what friends call an “irrational-passion” to encourage and inspire others to live well, whole and complete… and that is how The Autoimmune Hour on Life Interrupted Radio was born… the premier location for information to empower you to live well, thrive and create a happy, healthy, wealthy life regardless of your diagnosis.

Sharon shares with you her own and others’ courageous stories and solutions to live well after you hear the words “you have an autoimmune condition….”
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You are not alone.   Join our Courage Club community of thrivers where are passion is to encourage and empower you to live well after you hear the words “you have an autoimmune condition….”  

You can find the Courage Club over at UnderstandingAutoimmune.com. 😊

Did you know there are over 100 conditions that people are suffering with everyday that compromise their immune systems and if it’s not one of the “big ones” like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis you might be told it’s all in your head….

Your host for The Autoimmune Hour, Sharon Sayler knows, she’s heard that over and over again. It was her struggles to find the right answers that created what friends call an “irrational-passion” to encourage and inspire others to live well, whole and complete… and that is how The Autoimmune Hour on Life Interrupted Radio was born… the premier location for information to empower you to live well, thrive and create a happy, healthy, wealthy life regardless of your diagnosis.

Sharon shares with you her own and others’ courageous stories and solutions to live well after you hear the words “you have an autoimmune condition….”
Thank you Feedspot... We are honored to have been named the "#1 Autoimmune podcast for 2024 you should be listening to."

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-autoimmune-hour--2935987/support.

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Why Is It So Awkward to Talk About Chronic Illness?

The Autoimmune Hour

51 minutes

6 months ago

Why Is It So Awkward to Talk About Chronic Illness?

A Deep Dive Into the Social Struggles of Living with Life-Changing Conditions

In this episode of the Autoimmune Hour, host Sharon Sayler welcomes Dan Janal to discuss a refreshing perspective on chronic illnesses, particularly cancer. Dan, who has experienced the challenges of a rare, incurable form of blood cancer, shares his journey of moving beyond the label of a cancer survivor or warrior.

He reframes his story from one of mere survival to thriving despite his diagnosis. They cover a range of topics including the power of mindset, the importance of supportive caregivers, and practical advice for living a fulfilling life with a chronic condition.

Dan also offers insights from his upcoming book 'Reframing Cancer: New Perspectives on Hope, Healing, and Happiness.' Tune in for inspiration, resilience, and an empowering conversation on living fully, no matter the diagnosis including:
• Reframing Cancer: A Chronic Condition
• The Power of Positive Attitude
• Navigating Conversations About Illness
• The Importance of Acknowledging Emotions
• The Role of Caregivers
• Effective Communication Strategies and more...

More About Our Guest: Dan Janal is a marketing expert, book coach and ghostwriter who helps professionals stand out by turning their stories into powerful books. After being diagnosed with a rare, incurable cancer, he chose to reframe his experience—and found purpose in the process. Now, he shares his journey to inspire hope, healing, and fresh perspectives on reframing cancer from a death sentence into a meaningful life. Learn more at ReframingCancer.com

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Please note: The information presented in this show is not meant to diagnose, prevent, or treat autoimmune diseases or any other illnesses or disorders. It is essential to consult with a physician or other trained medical and healthcare professionals for personalized advice. The content provided on UnderstandingAutoimmune.com, Life Interrupted Radio.com, and The Autoimmune Hour is purely for educational purposes and reflects opinions only. We aim to offer various choices and perspectives to help you embark on a journey towards better health. We encourage you to take charge of your health and seek appropriate, personalized, professional advice.

Note: Any brands mentioned by our guest(s) are used as generic terms for specific groups of like items (like Coke for soda, Kleenex for tissue) and do not claim that any brand(s) cause injury, disease, or specific cases of autoimmune.

©2025 Sharon Sayler and UnderstandingAutoimmune.com

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Disclaimer: The information provided on The Autoimmune Hour is only for educational and informational purposes. Always seek sound professional advice on your own. The show does not replace medical professionals. I am not a medical professional. In this interview, our guests are not acting as medical professionals, nor are we acting as legal, emotional, or religious professionals, and are not giving medical, legal, spiritual, or emotional advice. Seek sound advice from your professionals, as we are all different with specific situations. With this interview, we are talking about other people’s research and our own anecdotal...