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I REALLY Didn’t Want To Go On That Silent Retreat

But now, for the first time in months, I’m not suffering.

Nov 19, 2020

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Nov 19, 2020

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6 Things You Should & Shouldn’t Say To Someone With a Chronic Illness

Please don’t ask me how I’m feeling.

Nov 1, 2020

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Nov 1, 2020

Caroline Shifke
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How To Talk To Your Anxious Brain

A brief mindfulness & relaxation exercise to do right now, as you’re reading this.

Oct 12, 2020

How To Talk To Your Anxious Brain

Oct 12, 2020

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Please Stop Writing About Why You Will or Won’t Divorce Your Chronically Ill Wife

A plea from a chronically ill wife-to-be.

Sep 20, 2020

Please Stop Writing About Why You Will or Won’t Divorce Your Chronically Ill Wife

Sep 20, 2020

Caroline Shifke
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Chronic Illness is a Mixed Bag

Here’s what I carry in mine.

Jul 14, 2020

Chronic Illness is a Mixed Bag

Jul 14, 2020

Caroline Shifke
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I’m Sorry For Being Sick — And For Saying Sorry

I should say “Thank You” but “Sorry” is ingrained.

Jul 8, 2020

I’m Sorry For Being Sick — And For Saying Sorry

Jul 8, 2020

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Chronic Illness Taught Me To Mourn Life Events Lost to COVID-19 Shutdown

Jul 2, 2020

Chronic Illness Taught Me To Mourn Life Events Lost to COVID-19 Shutdown

Jul 2, 2020

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What I Gained From Losing My Health

Jun 27, 2020

What I Gained From Losing My Health

Jun 27, 2020

Caroline Shifke
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Coping With COVID-19 Health Anxieties

What I’ve learned about fear & uncertainty from living with a chronic illness.

Mar 19, 2020

Coping With COVID-19 Health Anxieties

Mar 19, 2020

Caroline Shifke

Caroline Shifke

I’m a writer living and working in NYC. I write personal essays about chronic illness and stories for children and young adults. | www.carolineshifke.com |

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