Love Languages & Lyme

Are you looking for tips to help you connect with a loved one dealing with Lyme disease or another chronic illness? This series of videos and blogs is for anyone looking to have an easier experience giving or receiving support.

@inhabitoptimism x @generation_lyme
2022–2023

Boundaries & Gifts
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Boundaries & Gifts

Setting boundaries around gift-giving is a great way to avoid awkward moments and understand each other better.

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Boundaries & Quality Time
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Boundaries & Quality Time

Setting boundaries around quality time is essential when dealing with chronic illnesses like Lyme, whether you're the patient or someone supporting them.

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Curiosity
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Curiosity

Depending on health circumstances, it may not always be the ideal time to ask questions directly.

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Physical Touch
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Physical Touch

As a love language, physical touch may shift while living with an illness like Lyme disease.

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Gifts
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Gifts

When it comes to gift-giving, there are a lot of options.

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Acts of Service
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Acts of Service

When someone needs help (and you want to help them), asking questions may not necessarily seem like the most efficient thing to do in the moment.

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Quality Time
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Quality Time

While facing health challenges, it can feel like there’s never enough time in the day

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Words of Affirmation
Jennifer Hoffmann Jennifer Hoffmann

Words of Affirmation

When supporting someone dealing with an illness, it can be challenging to find the right words.

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