Author Julie Gilbert Discusses the Writing of Her New Book ‘Giant Love’
Julie Gilbert Today, we delve into the enduring relevance of the themes explored by Pulitzer Prize -winning author Edna Ferber
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100 Essays Chronic Eileen I started my blog, Chronic Eileen , in 2017. I was inspired by my rheumatologist, who told me to stay off the internet because “there’s too much misinformation out there.” I took that as a challenge to create a credible resource. Now, my rheumatologist refers her patients to my blog. Starting the blog terrified me. I was afraid others would judge me for talking about everything that was wrong with me. I grew up in a time and a family where showing imperfections wasn’t acceptable. Having the opportunity to truly and freely express myself has been deeply healing. Writing has been a creative outlet and a way to stay engaged in my self-management with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It forces me to learn more, challenge myself, and stay informed. I write so others know they’re not alone and to educate others about RA, disability, and chronic illness. Reaching the milestone of writing 100 personal essays about living with RA for CreakyJoints is a significant achievement for me. It took time to get to 100 because I prioritized quality over quantity. When I was younger, I dreamed of being a writer but never pursued it — until I had something I couldn’t stop writing about: rheumatoid arthritis and life with a chronic illness. This journey has been one of resilience, self-discovery, and advocacy. Each essay represents a piece of my life, a moment of struggle, and a triumph over adversity. It’s Not as Easy as It Looks Writing isn’t as easy as it seems. I need to keep my content fresh, accurate, and engaging. I want my essays to teach others something, rather than being one giant rant. I aim to provide solutions or adaptations that are useful for my community. Still, spending time and effort on an essay that gets low engagement can leave me feeling burned out. Chronicling the Journey When I began writing about my experiences with RA, it helped me process my emotions and challenges. My focus was on ensuring others who felt alone in their struggles knew they were seen, heard, and […]
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Julie Gilbert Today, we delve into the enduring relevance of the themes explored by Pulitzer Prize -winning author Edna Ferber
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