Chronic Power - Relationships and Relatability

Relationships and Relatability

01/03/22 • 58 min

This episode is all about interpersonal relationships and chronic illness relatability. James, Brandon, and Nick sit down to discuss their past relationships with a handful of both funny anecdotes and serious topics. They delve into the details about why it may be difficult for young men with chronic conditions to date/have partners in the first place, and how positive relatability would be a game-changer after so many years of negativity.

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