HOW DAYNA COPES

Be persistent It’s a long process to get a diagnosis but keep pushing your GP to take your symptoms seriously – any good one will. Take rest Shutting off helps me cope. For every 45 minutes of work I close my eyes and listen to a podcast or meditation app for 15. Stop apologising You have a chronic illness and you’re doing your best against it. Don’t let anyone make you feel like you’re not.