Adele Espy
I am a 29 year old androgynous person (she/her or they/them) with a passion for dogs, writing, painting, crocheting, walking in the woods, felting, baking, cross-country skiing, hiking, juggling, playing bluegrass and Celtic music on the fiddle, and hanging out with family and friends. I live with multiple chronic illnesses and I'm in recovery from a severe eating disorder. I have an owner trained service dog who is the love of my life. I have a small hat making business and I train dogs as well. I'm currently in nursing school, but taking a break to focus on my health. In my past I was a professional athlete.
4 Things Not To Say To Someone With A Chronic Illness
Young adults with chronic illnesses often get comments like this: “You’re too young to be so sick,” “Won’t you grow out of it?” or...
The Best Thing You’ll Ever Do Is Believe In Yourself
Who struggles with self-worth and self-confidence? Who has survived abuse, neglect, bullying, gaslighting, being parentalized, having a narcissistic parent/spouse, experiencing domestic abuse, or anything...
What It’s Like To Date A Psychopath
Dating a psychopath is maddening. It’s incredibly confusing. What creates the madness however, is the delight, cheer, and fake love that gets coupled with...
What I Want My Friends And Family To Know About My Eating Disorder
Eating disorder awareness is finally beginning to emerge from the dark ages. But we still have a long way to go before fatphobia and...
I Was Misdiagnosed For 12 Years Before Hearing About A Rare Genetic Condition
Starting in 2010, I began collecting diagnoses like candy. After recovering from leg surgery (due to an overuse injury from excessive ski training), I...
What Do You Need To Let Go Of?
As we are fully in fall, I reflect on what I need to let go of, as if I were a maple tree turning...
Why You Should Never Comment On Someone Else’s Food Choices
Almost every time I go to the grocery store, I get the most inappropriate comments on my food choices at the checkout. When I’m...
To The Cashier Who Unknowingly Saved My Life, Thank You
Thank you for making small talk with your customers. For being a first-line worker, coming in contact with so many people during this pandemic....
No Matter Where You Are In Your Journey, You Should Celebrate National Sober Day
Did you know that September 14 is National Sober Day? While you may assume that sobriety is just for alcoholics, National Sober Day is...
What I Wish My Parents Told Me About Sex And Sexuality
Maybe I’m alone in this, but I wish my parents hadn’t told me what sex would feel like. I also wish they hadn’t told...
