I recently went on a girls’ trip to Walt Disney World with my mother, who I absolutely adore as a traveling partner. It was a wonderful week that we both thoroughly enjoyed, filled with good food, magical moments, and hot sunny weather. Unfortunately, my ADHD and chronic illnesses came, too. This was probably the first time that I truly struggled or was more aware of my symptoms while on vacation, and so I’d like to share some of my experience, strategies, and reflections on traveling as a neurodivergent, chronically ill human.

Holidays can be particularly difficult if you are disabled or living with a chronic illness. For many, it is a time of grief, anxiety, or the longing to be more involved than you know you can be. Today’s blog is all about some strategies and ideas to help you navigate the holiday season in a way that supports your physical and mental health.

Reflections about living with a chronic illness on a higher symptom day.