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The Sunflower ConversationsAuthor: Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
Welcome to the Sunflower Conversations, the podcast where we explore the experiences of disabled people with non-visible disabilities through the lens of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. This is a space to hear authentic stories from disabled people navigating life with non-visible disabilities such as chronic illness, mental health conditions, neurodivergence, and more. While most episodes focus on lived experience, we also feature occasional insights from experts in healthcare, accessibility, and inclusion. Whether you or someone you care about wears the Sunflower, our conversations aim to raise awareness, build understanding, and help create a more inclusive and compassionate world. Empowering voices. Raising awareness. Challenging assumptions - one conversation at a time. Language: en-gb Genres: Documentary, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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POTS and ME/CFS with James - Australia and New Zealand
Episode 9
Sunday, 30 November, 2025
In this episode, Flic Manning chats with sunflower advocate, James Dunn on sudden onset of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), the long road to diagnosis, and how he rebuilt identity and purpose after stepping away from a legal career. • Energy budgeting and daily structure • Identity loss after leaving work and values reframing • Navigating public spaces with a hidden disability • Travel barriers, queues and access to seating • Workplace culture shift from proof to trust • Simple adjustments that help everyoneVisit our website, Facebook, or Instagram for more resources.
