What’s it Like to Run Your Own Business with Rheumatoid Arthritis? Sarah’s Story

In this episode, we check back in with Sarah Dillingham, who was the first ever guest on the Arthritis Life Podcast!
Sarah shares her diagnosis journey for rheumatoid arthritis, and how her creative decorating of her wedding day splint led her to form a unique joint support company: Grace & Able. Sarah and Cheryl discuss the challenges and benefits of running a business while managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Sarah shares her personal experience of balancing flare-ups, joint pain, and fatigue with the demands of entrepreneurship.
Cheryl and Sarah also discuss practical strategies for managing RA symptoms while maintaining productivity, from pacing your workday to leaning on support systems. They also explore how to prioritize self-care and flexibility, so you can successfully lead a business without compromising your health. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone navigating business ownership with RA.
Episode at a glance:
Sarah’s rheumatoid arthritis story: Sarah shared what it was like to get diagnosed in her 20s and overviews her up and down treatment journey over the years.
How Sarah’s Wedding Day Splint Led her to Develop a better joint support company: the story behind the popular Grace & Able joint support company!
Balancing RA Symptoms with Entrepreneurship: Sarah shares tips for managing flare-ups, joint pain, and fatigue while meeting business demands.
Practical Strategies for Productivity: Sarah shares tips including pacing during the workday, setting boundaries, and using tools to stay on top of tasks.
Importance of Support System: Cheryl and Sarah discuss the role of team members, outsourcing, and community support in sustaining a business.
Prioritizing Self-Care: Tips for integrating rest, stress management, and health routines into a busy schedule.
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