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STD Awareness Month: Educate, Test, Treat
The Crucial Role…
Empowering Disclosure: Redefining Dating with Herpes
In our support group calls today, we delved deep into conversations about dating and disclosing—a journey all of us embark on from the moment we're faced with an HSV diagnosis. That initial day is a whirlwind of emotions, questions, and fears. Questions like, "Will I ever be loved again?" or "Can I have a normal sex life?" mix with worries such as, "Should I stay with my current partner?" and "How did this happen to me?" These thoughts are overwhelming, touching on fears of acceptance, love, a…
In Search of a Herpes Cure With Herpes Cure Advocacy
In a recent episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of hosting a representative from Herpes Cure Advocacy, an organization dedicated to advancing the conversation around the cure, treatment, and prevention of herpes. The discussion shed light on various aspects of herpes, including its seriousness, ongoing research efforts, and the need for greater awareness and advocacy.
Can Herpes be Serious?
The conversation kicked off with an exploration of the seriousness of herpes and whether indi…
Unmasking Trauma: The Hidden Impact of a Herpes Diagnosis
Spring Break Serenity: Navigating Herpes Wellness and Safe Practices
Navigating Spring Break with Herpes Wellness and Safe Practices
Navigating Trauma and Healing: Insights from Elisabeth Kristof on the Role of the Nervous System
The Intersection of Trauma, Healing, and the Nervous System: Insights from Elisabeth Kristof
Understanding the Nerv…
Balancing Indulgence: Navigating American Chocolate Week with Herpes Wellness in Mind
Navigating American Chocolate Week: A Sweet Celebration with a Hint of Caution
Neuro-Somatic Harmony: Healing Shame, Nerves, and Herpes with Elisabeth Kristof
Unlocking Wellness: Elisabeth Kristof's Expertise in Neuro-Somatic Healing
Exploring the Synergy of Supplements: Insights from Natural Cure Labs Founder, Damon
Living with HSV-2 as a 21-Year Old Christian
In a heartfelt episode of "Life with Herpes," guest Jason Lebeck bravely shares his experiences and challenges after being diagnosed with herpes at the age of 21. Despite his initial hopes of testing negative for herpes, Jason candidly recounts the emotional and financial toll of seeking multiple tests to confirm his diagnosis. His disclosure to friends and roommates resulted in unexpected rejection and isolation, highlighting the pervasive stigma surrounding herpes.
Jason's narrative reveals…