# 1102 - Becoming Resilient While Living With Chronic Illness or Addiction

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Podcast: [Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/counselor-toolbox-podcast-with-docsnipes-633172)
Published: 2026-04-03T09:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3649

## Resource

00:00 Welcome & Overview 01:08 How Chronic Illness Changes Life Vision 02:14 Anger, Grief & Acceptance 05:02 Understanding Shame, Guilt & Self-Blame 08:08 Energy Drain: Anger and Anxiety 09:54 The Physiology of Stress & Emotional Burnout 13:05 The Grieving Process & Acceptance 16:44 Coping with Depression & Finding Control 19:26 Making Modifications & Monitoring Progress 23:14 Shame, Guilt, and Regret Explored 28:44 Handling Guilt, Regret, and Comparisons 33:06 Resentment, Others’ Understanding & Boundaries 36:50 Jealousy, Loss, and Channeling Energy 39:12 Managing Anxiety About the Future 42:49 Emotional Awareness as a Path to Resilience 44:13 Defining a Rich & Meaningful Life 47:28 Reflection, Gratitude & Daily Energy Use 48:15 Commitment, Control & Viewing Challenges 50:00 The Serenity Prayer: Acceptance & Peace 52:01 Contentment, Mindfulness and Living Now 53:23 Building a Relationship with Your Condition 54:47 Hope, Optimism & SMART Goals 56:33 Summary & Embracing the Dialectic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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