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Hi, I’m Alisha Whittam, and I live with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, a chronic illness that has profoundly shaped my journey. Here, I want to share a little more about who I am beyond the challenges I face every day.

The Matthew Street Festival is back for 2024 and will be held at the Famous Pier Head
The worst Christmas of my life. I share my story in the hope that you manage this sort of situation better than I did. Not a Holly Jolly Christmas in my house this year.
Christmas used to mean laughter, lights, and being surrounded by the people I love. But since being diagnosed with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, the festive season has become one of the hardest times of the year. While the world celebrates, many of us are left in the shadows—alone, in pain, and unseen. If this Christmas feels more like survival than celebration, please know this: you are not alone. I see you. I understand. And if you need someone to talk to, I’m
Join me for Vlogmas Days 14 & 15 as I share festive moments with Alfie the cuddly Black Labrador, catch up on his advent calendar, and reveal a brilliant Christmas coffee deal! Through the highs and lows of chronic illness, I’m raising awareness of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis—one cosy, cuddly day at a time.
Feeling "sick and tired of being sick and tired"? Discover the real symptoms of life with ME/CFS and why awareness and support matter more than ever.
Today, I’m remembering Katarina Pavelek — a fellow woman living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, whose light left this world far too soon. Katarina made the incredibly difficult decision to end her life through assisted suicide after experiencing overwhelming illness and suffering. I’m not here to judge that choice — only to honour her, her life, and the love her friends shared for her. Her story is heartbreaking, and it’s not the first time we’ve lost someone to this illness. ME is
Groundbreaking brain imaging studies reveal physical changes in the brainstem of people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS) and Long COVID. Learn how this new research offers validation, insight, and hope to those living with these misunderstood conditions.
Living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) comes with its challenges, but moments with family—especially my Labrador, Alfie—bring so much joy. From Christmas traditions to embracing the unexpected, here’s a glimpse into life with chronic illness and what’s next for 2024
This winter is going to be very hard for lots of us so here is my suggestion to help reduce the pain levels down for sufferers of chronic pain.
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