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Kate Appleby: Living with Lupus, a true story of strength (Deep Dive)

Tales to Inspire

Release Date: 07/11/2024

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In this Deep Dive episode, Kate shares her personal experiences with overcoming adversity and mental health struggles, highlighting the importance of perseverance, adaptability, and empathy. She talks about her struggles with lupus, childhood trauma, and juggling employment and illness, highlighting the importance of understanding and support. To advance both personally and professionally, Kate also emphasizes the importance of taking chances, learning from failures, and embracing change.

Overcoming Adversity
Kate Appleby's journey through adversity began with limited family support and financial resources, influenced by her parents' mental health challenges. Despite these obstacles, Kate's resilience has been crucial in helping her navigate and overcome adversities like childhood trauma and managing lupus, an autoimmune disease that impairs immunity and causes joint pain.

Childhood Trauma and Abuse
Kate's early life was marked by significant abuse and neglect, impacting her mental health profoundly, especially during her university years. Recognizing the toxicity of her situation early on, she sought to break free, though the lasting effects of childhood trauma continue to shape her life.

Living with Lupus
Managing lupus has posed significant challenges for Kate, requiring ongoing medical care and inner strength to deal with symptoms like joint pain and photosensitivity. Her battle with the illness has served as evidence of her strength and determination.

Mental Health and Support
Kate's search for effective support groups for her mental health during university left her feeling isolated. Balancing her challenges with mental illness alongside her studies and personal life was a continuous struggle.

Balancing Work and Illness
Despite these challenges, Kate has pursued a fulfilling career path as a management consultant, adapting her work schedule to accommodate her illness while prioritizing mental well-being and personal growth.

Personal Growth and Career Evolution
Kate, who led the COVID-19 test and trace operations after leaving NHS project management, highlights the value of professional and personal development. Through her consulting business, she now incorporates innovation from the private sector into public sector projects.

Vulnerability, Authenticity, and Dealing with Online Trolling
Navigating vulnerability and authenticity in her career, Kate has faced challenges like online trolling, learning to manage these issues while focusing on personal growth and professional integrity.

Advocacy and Inclusivity in the Outdoor Industry
Kate's advocacy work in the outdoor industry, fueled by her experiences with lupus, aims to promote inclusivity. By giving people access to outdoor activities through her organization, Zapped Adventures, she promotes positive development in spite of personal challenges.

Trauma, Healing, and the Power of Outdoor Spaces
When Kate thinks back on tragedy and recovery, she finds comfort and healing in nature. She is a proponent of self-care and values strong friendships formed through shared outdoor experiences.

Life Goals, Illness, and Legacy
Looking forward, Kate seeks to create safety, travel, and increase joy in her life through acceptance and forgiveness. She hopes to be remembered for leaving a meaningful legacy that inspires others to follow their paths and make positive contributions to the world.

Thank you for tuning in to this deep dive into Kate Appleby's inspiring story. Her resilience and determination serve as a powerful reminders of overcoming adversity. Take care, and stay tuned for more empowering episodes.

 

Resources:

Kate Appleby: www.instagram.com/kate.s.appleby/

Lupus UK: https://lupusuk.org.uk/

Lupus Trust: https://www.lupus.org.uk/

NAPAC: https://napac.org.uk/