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My Story

This is the story behind Yew and Me. It begins with a bout of Swine Flu in 2009 and follows my journey through Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, loss, recovery, and rebuilding a life I love. If you're new here, start with From Salsa Dancing to Swine Flu.

Two wooden benches surrounded by Autumn trees and leaves—representing my life changing season.

From Salsa Dancing to Swine Flu

A busy, active life changed by a bout of Swine Flu.

A road with Autumn trees either side, disappearing into fog—symbolic of the brain fog I was experiencing.

From Swine Flu to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Searching for answers as my health continued to decline.

Stormy clouds coming over the sea.

From Chronic Fatigue Syndrome to Rock Bottom

When worsening illness and life circumstances pushed me to my lowest point.

open door in a dark room with light coming in

From Rock Bottom to Starting Again

Finding hope, support, and the first steps towards rebuilding my life.

Patterned white clouds in a blue sky, framed by tree branches.

From Starting Again to A Mindful Life

Discovering mindfulness and, with it, the first root of my healing journey.

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