Lupus in Community

In this special livestream replay, Fatimah Ali of Lupus in Community joins bone health educator Candy Price to discuss building strong bones while living with lupus and other chronic illnesses. They explore prednisone and bone-loss risk, vitamin D and sun safety, fatigue and rest, plus accessible strength, balance, and fall-prevention strategies.

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For educational only; not individualized medical advice.

In this special livestream replay, Fatimah Ali of Lupus in Community joins bone health educator Candy Price to discuss building strong bones while living with lupus and other chronic illnesses. They explore prednisone and bone-loss risk, vitamin D and sun safety, fatigue and rest, plus accessible strength, balance, and fall-prevention strategies.[ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws]

Educational only; not individualized medical advice.

Episode description

What happens to identity and self-confidence when illness changes the body?

In this episode, Fatimah Ali is joined by Dr. Harriette Richard—psychologist, researcher, and three-time breast cancer survivor—for an honest conversation about illness, body changes, grief, visibility, and rebuilding a sense of self.

Although their health journeys are different, Fatimah and Harriette share a familiar experience: learning how to navigate life when symptoms, scars, fatigue, mobility changes, treatment, or recovery affect how you see yourself—and how you believe others see you.

Together, they explore:

Living Well, Not Perfectly with Autoimmune and Chronic Illness | Featuring Simla Somturk

What does it really mean to live well when your body doesn’t always cooperate?

In this episode of the Lupus in Community Podcast, Dr. Fatimah Ali speaks with holistic nutrition and health coach Simla Somturk about redefining wellness while living with autoimmune disease and chronic illness.

Together, they explore why wellness is not a fixed destination, but an evolving relationship with your body. They share personal experiences with lupus, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, food sensitivities, and recovery, along with practical wa...

After a month of redefining strength — through adaptation, boundaries, rhythm, and nourishment — we close June with a conversation about what fills the space when you finally stop overgiving. Fatimah Ali is joined by Samantha Gregory, Self-Care Alchemist, for an honest conversation about breaking up with burnout, the connection between stress and autoimmune disease, and what it means to choose yourself — not someday, but now. This episode is for every woman who has been extracted from for too long and is ready to come home to herself.

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Adaptation You Can Eat | Wellness Wednesday

Cabbage doesn't transform in the light where everyone watches. It adapts sealed, dark, cut off from oxygen — and emerges as something living and nourishing.

Fatimah Ali sits down with chef and self-taught fermenter Clare Heal (@sauerpuss, In Good Taste) to make sauerkraut from scratch and unpack what fermentation teaches us about adapting through chronic illness. Clare breaks down the science of wild fermentation, gut health basics for the lupus community, and a global tour of fermented staples — from sauerkraut and kimchi to West African dadawa and nono.

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Join Fatimah Ali, PhD and Sara Neufeld for a compassionate Chair Yoga Live focused on gentle movement, nervous system support, and honoring your body's needs. Created with the chronic illness community in mind, this conversation reminds us that wellness isn't about perfection—it's about presence. Come exactly as you are.

In today’s guided workshop, we explore how chronic illness and stress can hijack our nervous system, keeping us in a constant state of fight or flight.

With simple movements and breathwork, we can activate our parasympathetic system, promoting relaxation and healing.

Remember, it’s about connecting the body and mind—your wellness journey starts with small, mindful practices.

Disclaimer: This episode is for education and information only not medical advise. It does not replace your medical advise so talk to your clinician before starting any new movement or exercise.

Lupus, pregnancy, and family is discussed in this episode with our guest Lakesha Moore-Calvin who graciously shared her journey—from early symptoms and diagnosis to navigating pregnancy with lupus.