Illustratie Heidi Zoestbergen

Physical discomfort

Recently I was diagnosed with asthma. I find it very difficult to accept that my body no longer does what I want it to do, and what I expect it can do.

I put in “my lungs” in my Insight Out. I honestly didn’t expect much from it. But I was so surprised that I received wonderful and supportive feedback from others with the same feelings as I have.

This is what I learned from the experiences of others:

•   It is not about how it could be different, but how it is now.
• Do not let down your vulnerable self, but connect with her. And take good care.
• I feel powerlessness when I feel my lungs cry.
• Don’t think too much about it. Focus your attention instead on things that give you energy and do not require physical effort.
• Look no further than today. It is important how it is inside now. Then from there you can see together with the house doctor what is the best care.

As if my soul speaks to me.
This support helps me deal with my asthma and gives me tools to adjust my behavior accordingly.