When do you talk about your illness with someone new?

Hi everyone 👋

Talking about your health, especially when it's a chronic or invisible condition, can be tricky with new people. Whether it's a date, a friend, a coworker, or someone you just met, knowing when (and how) to open up can bring a lot of questions, doubts, and even fear.

So let’s talk honestly:

• Do you wait to share about your condition or bring it up early on? Why?
• What reactions have you experienced, good or bad?
• What advice would you give to someone nervous about opening up?

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Your experience could really help someone trying to find the right words 💬

Take care,

Somya from the Carenity team 🌼