skinny.

Latest / Before You Bloom

134 ~ Bed bound for 6 Years at 17: Lily Schubert's Journey with ME/CFS, Chronic Illness & Recovery

At just 17 years old, Lily Schubert's life changed dramatically.

What began as declining health progressed into severe ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), leaving her bedbound for six years. During that time, Lily couldn't sit up, couldn't move her arms freely, and couldn't even roll over in bed without experiencing excruciating pain. She became completely dependent on those around her for even the most basic tasks.

In this deeply moving conversation, Lily shares what it was really like to spend some of the most formative years of her life confined to a bed…

The skinny

The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.