There are many reasons why conversations with others can be challenging when you've got fatigue - the key one being that fatigue challenges seem to be very difficult to understand (or even believe) if you haven't been through one yourself. And this really doesn't help when it comes to interacting with others - whether that be your loved ones, colleagues, or those you've only just met.
I've helped countless people figure out how to communicate with those around them, in ways that don't negatively impact their health - while keeping both parties feeling as positive about the interaction as possible. This has given me a clear view of the most common challenges people face, and the solutions that tend to work best. And that's what I share with you in this recording of a webinar held recently.
Of course, conversations are contextual and every single one is unique. But the tips and suggestions I share here can be tailored and customised to many different situations.
I can't commit to running this as a live event terribly often, so I recorded the last time I ran it - and now offer it to you to purchase on demand. Meaning you can access this help straight away!
In this 49 minute video, hear me give advice and tips on how to tackle these tricky communication situations:
Communicating your situation to those you live with/are close to - in a way that goes well, and doesn't negatively impact your health/symptoms
How to talk to people who are 'helpfully' trying to tell you how to cure yourself (when you know it's wrong!)
Socialising with friends when you have fatigue
Navigating conversations at large events (weddings, parties etc)
How to talk to people who don't understand fatigue (or even believe in it)
This is a written capture of the Q&A discussion, held after my main presentation. I didn't record the Q&A in order to allow those who attended live to feel comfortable switching their cameras on and participating in the discussion.
I hope you find this written summary helpful.