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From Isolation to Community: Building Support Networks with Sara Willoughby - Episode 86
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In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes author and chronic illness advocate Sara Willoughby. Sara shares her journey with chronic illness, discussing the challenges of misdiagnosis, navigating relationships, and finding community through her online Diamonds Conference. She highlights the importance of inclusion through awareness and intentional invitation. Sara also reflects on how faith has been a foundation in her journey, offering hope amidst suffering. Together, they discuss creative ways to include those with chronic illnesses in daily life, emphasizing that inclusion isn't about grand gestures but simple, thoughtful actions that make people feel seen and valued.
Key Takeaways:
Awareness & Invitation – Inclusion starts with recognizing invisible struggles and actively inviting people in.
Chronic Illness Realities – Chronic illnesses often lead to isolation due to their ongoing nature.
Faith & Resilience – Trusting God and wrestling with faith can bring hope through challenges.
Community Matters – Finding and creating supportive spaces fosters belonging and understanding.
Creative Inclusion – Adapting social events and environments can make a difference in accessibility.
Sara’s definition of inclusion:
Inclusion is being aware of those around you and inviting them to be a part of your world in a way that they can participate.
Sara’s Bio:
S.G. Willoughby is the founder of the Diamonds Conference, an online conference for relational, emotional, and spiritual support for those who are chronically ill. She loves dark chocolate and lives in California with her husband.
Connect with Sara:
Website: https://sgwilloughby.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sgwilloughby
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarawilloughby3304
Free Dating With A Chronic Illness Panel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4Hd6oxzPqs
Free Devotional: https://sgwilloughby.com/devotional/
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