The Invisible Struggles of Chronic Illness: A Conversation with Sarah Reid

In this episode, Sarah Reid shares her inspiring story of living with chronic illnesses like POTS, ME-CFS, and fibromyalgia from a young age. We explore how her faith and community support help her navigate daily challenges, and she offers encouragement for others facing invisible health struggles. Plus, discover her innovative projects, including books and the annual Be Potsitive Conference, aimed at empowering young adults with chronic illness. Main Topics:

• Sarah’s health journey and diagnosis timeline from childhood to age 23
• The impact of chronic illnesses like POTS and ME-CFS on young adult life
• The significance of faith and scripture during illness, especially the Psalms
• The importance of supporting and connecting with others through community
• Her creative projects: children’s book “Leo and Charlotte” and rom-com “Salty for You”
• Strategies for managing social media and outreach with limited energy
• Raising awareness about invisible illnesses and mental health resources
• Details about the upcoming Be Potsitive Conference and its mission

Book mentioned by Sarah: Searching For Sea Glass https://www.amazon.com/Searching-Sea-Glass-Journeying-Devotions/dp/1777721407

Be Potsitive Conference (this is a link to last year’s conference, but be on the lookout for this year’s conference soon): 2nd Annual Be POTSitive Conference Tickets, Saturday, August 9, 2025 • 5 PM – 8:30 PM | Eventbrite

Connecting with Sarah (Sarah’s Linktree to all of her social media accounts and books):

bepotsitive Official: Instagram | Linktree

Connect with Broken and Mended: www.brokenandmended.org

Host: David Heflin

Producer: Andres Ruiz

Editor: John Shields