06/14/2026
I want to share a little personal message today as it’s really been on my mind lately as we continue to expect instant results and unwavering productivity from
everything around us as AI is booming and driving our lives but a little reminder that you never truly know what someone else is carrying in life.
For more than a decade, I’ve lived with chronic health issues including arthritis, spondylitis, polyneuropathy, and ongoing constant pain. Also without warning and out of the blue for the past year, I’ve been experiencing persistent chest pain and daily multiple abnormal heart rate events which my watch thankfully reminds me of lol .
I’ve undergone extensive testing, including cardiac stress testing and spent a small fortune on medical bills and while for the most part those results have thankfully come back normal, the symptoms remain and continue to impact my daily life. I’ve done my part as far as focusing on my diet, drinking plenty of water, etc and yet these issues still remain.
I don’t share this seeking sympathy. I share it because so many people are fighting battles that aren’t visible. Chronic illness, autoimmune conditions, pain, fatigue, and just the overall uncertainty of life can be exhausting, and sometimes simply getting out of the bed is an accomplishment.
Please remember to show patience, kindness, and understanding. A simple conversation, encouraging word, or act of support can mean more than you realize when someone is just trying to quiet the noise of the pain they are facing.
You never know what someone is dealing with behind the scenes. ❤️