In today's episode, I am joined by Christine Olivo. She is a social media content creator who has been living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome since 2007. Struggling to manage the pain, anxiety and loneliness that comes with IBS, Christine created an Instagram account called MyIBSLife in June of 2019, as a way to cope through humor. Her page has now become a home and community to more than 66,000 chronic illness warriors who are looking to be heard, understood and validated.

We get into the nitty gritty of all the un-glamorous things about living with IBS. We talk triggers, symptoms, awkward social settings, being misunderstood by medical professionals, dating with gut issues, diarrhea in Barnes & Noble, unpredictable flare-ups, superheroes with IBS, foods we're willing to flare for, and how to introduce new people to your gut issues, plus we both share some handy tips and tricks for reducing symptoms and making living with a gut issue a bit more bearable.

If you want to learn more about Christine Olivo, you can find her here:

Instagram: @myibslife

Tiktok: @xtineolivo

Twitter: @myibslife

Podcast: Bathroom Break

If you, or someone you know, are struggling with IBS, this is what I help my clients with through 1-1 coaching, and my online course, Conquer Your IBS. You can reach out to me by email at christine@christinelensberg.com or DM me on Instagram, and lets chat about where you're currently at with your IBS, what you're looking for in terms of support, and how I can help.

Podcast listeners also get 10% off a 1-1 coaching session with me, so if you want to tak advantage of that and fast-track your IBS progress; ⁠click here⁠ to book a session.

Check out my website for more info about me, testimonials from previous clients, etc.

DISCLAIMER:

Christine Lensberg is not a Medical Professional and this podcast is intended for informational purposes only. All information is subjective, and does not apply to everyone. Christine Lensberg and Studio Nordnes AS cannot be held responsible for any losses, damages, health issues, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. Always do your own research and consult your doctor for help when needed. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Music:

Jones Meadow / Moment / courtesy of ⁠⁠⁠www.epidemicsound.com⁠⁠

Duran / Azucares / courtesy of ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.epidemicsound.com⁠⁠⁠

Snake City / Closure / courtesy of ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.epidemicsound.com⁠⁠⁠