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Episode 19: The Emotional Weight of Gastroparesis—and How to Carry It

Episode 19: The Emotional Weight of Gastroparesis—and How to Carry It

Update: 2025-09-17
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In this episode, Samantha Cook opens up about her 15-year journey with gastroparesis and the lessons she’s learned along the way. As both a patient and a psychologist, Samantha offers a unique perspective on the importance of mindset, emotional processing, and self-care in navigating chronic illness. She reflects on the role of community support, evolving medical care, and the impact of illness on identity.

Her story is one of resilience, growth, and finding fulfillment despite the challenges of gastroparesis—reminding us that life with chronic illness is not just about survival, but about creating space for joy, connection, and meaning.


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Episode 19: The Emotional Weight of Gastroparesis—and How to Carry It

Episode 19: The Emotional Weight of Gastroparesis—and How to Carry It

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