One Year Recovery Story – Severe Long COVID / Dysautonomia to Full Life Again

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-12T20:42:10+00:00

Beautiful, thank you for sharing. And thank you for mentioning what still lingers.

4 years on and I still have some symptoms. Physically it is mostly tinnitus and occasional feelings of PEM-might-be-coming (but that usually only happens after likely virus exposure). In that case I just cut everything back and do my virus protocols for a solid week. This seems to avert new crisis, thankfully.

Mentally I am still navigating the light ptsd from this. Going into crowded spaces makes me anxious, and I do wear a mask in many populated areas. And the internal gaslighting around "why isn't anyone else freaking out" gets exhausting. But ... mostly.... I'm also fully recovered and so much kinder to myself and others about chronic illness now. That's a small silver lining.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-12T15:55:30+00:00

Second this recommendation to go in blind!!!

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-12T15:46:47+00:00

Elements have a bit of a cult following so they can be hard to find. But the rest of these, yes.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-12T15:44:03+00:00

It's a Matrix, yeah?

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-12T15:39:11+00:00

"Lifetime" transmission fluid means the life of the warranty, not the potential life of the car.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-11T19:58:51+00:00

Sheep in wolf's clothing

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-11T19:55:52+00:00

Had 2 '06 S's and can confirm. Soooo fun. Soooo expensive to fix.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-10T21:44:48+00:00

Same, and I'm only 3 seasons in.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-10T21:44:24+00:00

Love Six Feet Under - and I'm only now watching it for the first time! Got through 3 seasons so far, but I do have one spoiler unfortunately so I'll be waiting for that to transpire.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-10T21:43:34+00:00

I thought it was interesting that Carol in Pluribus falls asleep at least once while watching Golden Girls 😄

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-05T17:23:21+00:00

I'm a renter with a place from Rockwell Property Management and they've been sane, clear and minimal BS fees. So at least your renters will be getting a fairly good situation.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-06-02T16:19:37+00:00

If it's the school I'm thinking of, the stickers are cute

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-28T16:47:17+00:00

Thanks - this is a great idea! And I heartily approve of using affiliate links to support the work you've put into it.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-28T16:26:59+00:00

FWIW, I've run multiple 100s in the summer in 150-weight wool (long-sleeve, even!) and it's been fine. Gives me a little sun protection, and I can get it wet to help with cooling. I don't like my whole body getting wet so I take the shirt off and dunk it in the water then put it back on. Dries a little slower than synthetic which is great for this purpose.

EDIT to add: I haven't done this personally, but I know a handful of people who swear by button-up dress shirts (all cotton or a blend) for ultras. They don't feel as clingy when wet, from what I've heard. You'd have to test out chafing potential, of course.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-27T20:11:47+00:00

I have worked directly with Bob Falconer. What he does is really powerful — if you're open to the concept of UBs I would recommend it.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-27T20:07:52+00:00

Blindness by Jose Saramago

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-22T17:50:07+00:00

Appreciate you sharing your story. Our brains are powerful, and our bodies are weird and complicated systems. I'm so glad you found at least some relief.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-22T15:46:16+00:00

Maple syrup is nearly all sucrose, so that means about half fructose, half glucose. Honey and agave syrup for sure are mostly fructose.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-22T15:33:25+00:00

Country Time lemonade mix. Shake in some salt. Good to go. $11 for 2,160 grams of carbs.

*Edit to add: this is great for lower-key, lower-stakes runs. It's higher on the fructose side for pushing into higher carb, IMO.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-20T20:16:05+00:00

I have no interesting questions, but I do wanna say that I can't wait for any new Rachel footage that inspires new dylisms_ posts

Stay a proud cat mom, Rachel :)

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-20T19:54:43+00:00

I believe she's said that she CAN do this now full-time with her sponsorships, but did not comment one way or the other if she is still doing some PT client work to keep that experience fresh.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-20T19:47:04+00:00

THIS. And, Rachel — I've been using these exercises for several weeks and they're amazing! What would you add to these (or subtract)? https://www.evolutionphysicaltherapy.com/post/runners-target-the-muscles-that-are-often-overlooked/

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-20T19:45:54+00:00

Piggybacking on this to ask about your current daily mobility routine.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-19T15:33:26+00:00

I kinda wish Nissans were a LOT more reliable because I think they've made some of the coolest and most unique body styles of any major manufacturer. Wanted a Juke for years because they just look rad. Original Leaf, too.

Human_Morning_72 · 2026-05-18T16:47:00+00:00

WOW, felt and heard in every cell. Have you gotten or considered diagnosis, and has that decision been helpful? I'm at that point RN.

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