Introducing Corona Cafe, a Healing Community for Long-Haulers

I wrote this article back in June about Covid-19 long-haulers, self-compassion, and healing from my own chronic illness over the past ten years. It was a vulnerable piece that I never expected to put out into the world.

I’m so glad I did.

Thank you for writing to tell me what is helping you keep hope. Thank you for sharing your sadness and fear. Thank you for reaching out to connect and ask for support.

Lately, I’ve been writing for a small, online long-hauler community called Corona Cafe. The weekly newsletter and community discussion focus on self-kindness, mindfulness, and gentle yoga instruction (adapted for long-hauler needs).

It’s a warm, welcoming space.

If you’d like to learn more, you can email founder/writer/fellow long-hauler and lovely human, Lisa Jensen (lisathejensen@gmail.com) with any questions. It’s been incredibly meaningful to write about healing for such an uplifting, supportive community.

I’ll see you there.

Warmly,

Jenny

Chronic Illness Support throughout California

Experiencing a chronic illness can be isolating and overwhelming. I offer weekly 50-minute phone sessions for those who would like extra support.

Sometimes leaving the house is not an option.  

I’d like you to save that precious energy. Hold onto it for what matters most.

Here are some things we might talk about during a session: 

Ways to tolerate uncertainty and sadness. 

Ways to honor who and what you value most—even with pain.

Ways to increase self-compassion on hard days.

Ways to connect with the people you love. 

Also: happy things, silly things or funny things you would like in your life.   

I'd love to hear from you.  

510.361.0346

jenniferdiamondbayarea@gmail.com