Notes from ThriveNinety
You don’t need big changes to feel better — you need the right small ones, delivered with care. These weekly notes share simple tools, steady encouragement, and clear next steps you can take without overwhelming your system.
How I Changed a Habit Around Food
Giving up gluten felt impossible - until I felt the difference. (written 8/17/2025)
I used to be a very committed gluten eater.
Bread? Daily.Pasta? Often.Sandwiches? A lunch staple.
My husband and I used to joke that if either of us developed a gluten intolerance, we wouldn’t know what to do.
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by Kati Brennan —
Nov 14, 2025
symptom management
What Does Your Gut Say About Your Brain?
New research reveals how gut inflammation and microbiome proteins impact the brain — and how daily food choices can help you feel better. (written 08/10/2025)
We’ve known for a while that the gut and brain are connected. But recent research in journals like Nature and Science Advances reinforce...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 14, 2025
symptom management
How Neuroplasticity Offers Hope in Chronic Fatigue Recovery
How our brains and nervous systems can adapt and rewire over time—even in the face of persistent fatigue and post-infection conditions. (written 08/02/2025)
We recently came across an article in Psychology Today titled “Harnessing Neuroplasticity for Chronic Fatigue Recovery,” by Dr. Sarah Myhi...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 14, 2025
symptom management
The Hidden Cost of Skipping Recovery
Real motivation comes from something stronger than the hope of getting better. (written 07/27/2025)
When we think about recovery, it’s natural to focus on what we hope to gain: more energy, clearer thinking, better days.
But what if the real motivation comes from something even stronger?Researc...
by Andrea Henkle Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 13, 2025
symptom management
Recovery Kitchen Essentials
No matter where you are in recovery, small moves like this create capacity for more. (written 07/20/2025)
We’re excited to share the news: after more than a year of dedicated work, our new book, Recovery Kitchen Essentials: Research, Recipes, and Practical Tips to Support People with Long COVID...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 13, 2025
symptom management
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How Ankle Tilts Saved My Day
No matter where you are in recovery, small moves like this create capacity for more. (written 07/13/2025)
This week, we’re excited to share something a little different: a guest blog post from Simon — Katie’s husband!
Simon hasn’t experienced Long COVID or other post-infection conditions, but l...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan, Simon Shergold —
Nov 13, 2025
real life experience
Embracing Pacing for Energy Management
Pacing is a whole strategy that eliminates things and activities that unnecessarily take energy. (written 07/06/2025)
What’s Pacing
Pacing, the first element in the PEDAL™ approach, is about much more than just resting. It’s a whole strategy that eliminates things and activities that unnecessar...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 13, 2025
symptom management
Will I Have to Feel Like This Forever?
Let’s reframe what recovery can mean after Long COVID. (written 06/29/2025)
If you’re living with the effects of Long COVID or other post-infection conditions, you’ve likely asked yourself: Is this just how it is now?
You’re not alone—and we want to offer a hopeful and realistic perspective.
Th...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 12, 2025
symptom management
Wildfire Smoke, Recovery & Your Resilience
The Air Feels Heavy—Here’s How to Lighten the Load (written 06/22/2025)
If you’ve noticed a haze outside or a tightness in your chest, you’re not alone. Smoke from wildfires in Canada has drifted across large parts of the U.S. and Canada again, significantly reducing air quality and making it “...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 12, 2025
symptom management
What Golf Taught Me About Recovery
The thing about having good fundamentals is that you can hit a bad shot and still be okay. (written 6/15/2025)
After many years away from the game, I recently found myself back on the golf course—relearning my swing and rediscovering a sport I enjoyed growing up. But what really struck me wasn’...
by Katie Brennan —
Nov 12, 2025
real life experience
How to Manage Symptoms Through Summer Travel and Events
Don’t let a getaway set you back—here’s how to stay resilient on the move (written 06/08/2025)
As we move into summer and the season begins to shift, many of us are starting to think about travel—whether that’s a weekend getaway, a longer vacation, or simply spending more time out and about nea...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 12, 2025
symptom management
Recovery Tools That Are Always on Hand
Tools that are always with you on hard even on busy days (written 06/01/2025)
What if recovery didn’t depend on a perfect moment?
What if it was built into your day—something small, simple, and powerful enough to use even when you feel foggy, overloaded, or exhausted?
In our latest blog post, W...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 12, 2025
symptom management
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