Notes from ThriveNinety
You don’t need big changes to feel better — you need the right small ones, delivered with care. These weekly notes offer simple tools, steady encouragement, and clear next steps you can take without overwhelming your system.
Tags: symptom management
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Pacing at Any Stage
Everyone needs to Pace, but it becomes critical when times are busy and when you are living with post-infection conditions. (written 10/13/2024)
I am currently in Germany for two full weeks. It’s where I’m from, where my family and many close friends live. I now live an ocean away, so these trips...
by Andrea Henkel Burke —
Nov 10, 2025
symptom management
Elevated Long-Term Health Risk Factors in Long COVID and Post-infection Conditions
Understanding long-term health risk factors and what you can do to reduce them. (written 09/15/2024)
As we continue to support individuals navigating the complexities of Long COVID and other post-infection conditions, we want to take some time to highlight the elevated long-term risks many now fa...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
thriveninety support
Quick Win vs. Lasting Impact
Taking a slower, more deliberate approach might not give you the same immediate satisfaction, but, in the long run, it can lead to greater gains and more sustained recovery. (witten 09/08/2024)
If you don’t feel well, chances are you’re looking for solutions to help you feel better, even if somet...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
How Does This Summer Compare To Past Summers?
Prioritizing activities is necessary for everyone, from people experiencing post-viral conditions to high-performing athletes. (written 09/01/2024)
Summer has a lot to offer. Longer days allow more time outside, the weather is warm, water activities and BBQ gatherings are in full flow. Summer inc...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
real life experience
symptom management
Your Energy Levels are too Low - What's Next?
Experiencing severe energy fluctuations doesn’t only impact your everyday life but elevates long term health risk. (written 08/18/2024)
Pacing is a concept that applies to everyone, but is especially critical and has a specific meaning for people with post-infection conditions. We have designed a...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
thriveninety support
Similarities of Olympians and People with Long COVID
The unexpected link between the Olympics and Long COVID management. (written 07/28/2024)
Big events like the Olympics require a lot of preparation, and each step of that preparation needs focus and further preparation.
People with Long COVID and post-infection conditions know that they need to b...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
Long Covid Flare-ups
Research shows Long COVID flare-ups can happen after non-COVID infections. (written 07/21/2024)
A few weeks ago, we found the article below. It notes that people who have had Long COVID have experienced a flare-up in their symptoms after a subsequent infection with other viruses, like a cold or f...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
thriveninety support
Using a Different View For Taking the Next Step
Long COVID symptom management happens mostly behind closed doors, not seen by other friends and family members.(written 06/30/2024)
We are halfway through 2024. When I was competing, we had certain goals for different times throughout the year. Athletes spend so much more time training and prepar...
by Andrea Henkel Burke —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
What People with Long Covid Can Adopt from Olympic Athletes
A powerful perspective that helps you think about opportunities and new solutions for managing symptoms, regaining “performance”, and feeling better. (written 06/16/2024)
A little over a year ago was the first time I helped someone to manage Long COVID symptoms, and I didn’t even realize it at th...
by Andrea Henkel Burke —
Nov 09, 2025
real life experience
resilience
symptom management
What is your goal for this summer… or next?
As you look ahead, what activities would you normally be looking forward to that you know won’t be happening because of Long COVID? (written 06/09/2024)
It feels like summer is getting into full swing. We were wondering, as you look ahead, what activities would you normally be looking forward to ...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
thriveninety support
Has a light bulb moment changed your life?
My lightbulb moment changed my life, and the trajectory of my Long COVID journey… and the path it put me on could help change yours as well.
When we feel unwell, everything becomes hard. Even the things we know will make us feel better can seem impossible. Understanding that there are both short ...
by Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
symptom management
thriveninety support
You Can Heal Wherever You Are
Tuberculosis and Lessons for Long COVID Recovery (written 05/19/2024)
Searching for solutions to manage Long Covid symptoms can lead to people trying a number of different activities, including rest, swimming in cold water or walking in natural spaces. While gentle outdoor pursuits have a groundi...
by Andrea Henkel Burke, Katie Brennan —
Nov 09, 2025
real life experience
symptom management
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