My Spoonie Sisters

Welcome to My Spoonie Sisters! If you're wondering what a "Spoonie" is, it’s a term lovingly embraced by those living with chronic illnesses, based on the Spoon Theory. It’s all about managing our limited energy (or “spoons”) while navigating life’s challenges.

Each week, join us to hear from your "Spoonie Sisters" host, co-hosts, and our inspiring special guests as we share real-life stories, tips, and encouragement. Whether you're here to learn, connect, or feel less alone, you’ll find a supportive space filled with understanding, laughter, and strength. Let’s journey through chronic illness together!

Tune in and join the sisterhood!

All guests featured or mentioned in this podcast will be listed for your convenience. Don't forget to rate and subscribe to My Spoonie Sisters and follow @MySpoonieSisters on Instagram for updates on new episodes and more. If you have a story to share or want to be featured on My Spoonie Sisters, please email MySpoonieSisters@gmail.com. We eagerly look forward to speaking and hearing from all our Spoonies!

Disclaimer: While we are not doctors or healthcare Practitioners, we want to assure you that this podcast is a credible source of information. It's based on our guests' personal experiences and the strategies we've found effective for ourselves. However, everyone's body is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another. If you have any health-related questions, it's always best to consult your Primary Doctor or Rheumatologist.

Remember, our goal at My Spoonie Sisters is to connect people and provide them with the support and tools they need to live better lives.

Contributors

Host

Jenni Weaver

Hi!

My name is Jen. I am the founder of My Spoonie Sisters and the face behind @gracefully_jen on Instagram and TikTok. I created this community for spoonies of all shapes, sizes, challenges, and spoons to support, educate, teach, and learn. We believe in the power of knowledge and the joy of learning, and we also enjoy some humor along the way.

Living with anxiety, rheumatoid arthritis, and medically induced psoriasis, I understand the challenges you face. I strive to support other women the way I needed and didn't have at the beginning of my diagnosis with RA, because I know how important it is to feel understood and cared for.

Welcome to My Spoonie Sisters. We're all about sharing and learning from each other's experiences. So, I invite you to share your story and stay tuned as we highlight numerous amazing spoonies worldwide.

https://linktr.ee/JenniRW

Co-host

Ali DiGiacomo

Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis at just 15, I once believed daily movement was out of reach. But I discovered that staying active is essential for us Spoonies living with autoimmune diseases! That realization inspired me to become a Personal Trainer. Now, I’m passionate about helping others move their bodies in fun, safe, and adaptable ways—proving that our limitations don’t define us

Co-host

Linnea Knisley

Meet Linnea—a proud mom of two, loving wife, and now a joyful Nini to her beautiful granddaughter. Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 2010 and psoriatic arthritis in 2021, Linnea recently made the empowering decision to reclaim control of her health rather than letting it control her. Her granddaughter is her daily inspiration to keep fighting for a healthier, more fulfilling life with RA and PsA.