I sit down with Dr. Catrina Mitchum to hear about her journey through multiple sclerosis diagnosis while balancing academic demands, motherhood, and career transitions.We explore the challenges of recognizing chronic illness symptoms when life is already demanding, how healthcare providers sometimes miss critical signs, and finding clarity through articulating our experiences. Catrina shares how she managed dissertation writing in 15-minute increments while dealing with early MS symptoms and what ultimately led to her leaving higher education.Key discussion points include:How chronic health conditions can be misattributed to stress or other common causesNavigating diagnosis while teaching, parenting, and completing a PhDThe importance of finding community who understand your specific challengesHow to communicate limitations to family members when cognitive symptoms ariseTransitioning from academia to entrepreneurship with purposeFor those managing chronic illness, working in higher education, or navigating significant career transitions, this conversation offers validation and practical insights for creating systems that work when traditional support structures aren't available.Resources Mentioned:Catrina Mitchum Learning DesignConnect with Catrina on LinkedInCatrina's YouTube ChannelEnjoying these conversations?Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. And if you have a minute, leave a rating and review - it helps others find the show.Keep the conversation going:Join the Joyful Support Village (it's free)More from me:All JSM PodcastsWebsiteNewsletter: The Practical HugLet's connect:Instagram: @laceyshares | TikTok: @laceysharesWant to share your story on Sharing the Middle?Fill out the form at joyfulsupportmovement.com/submitQuestions about the show or working with me?Email: [email protected] in this episode:Buoy HydrationCubtailCubtale

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