Emily Forbes

Too Hard to Swallow

This hybrid nonfiction of memoir and self-help recounts my debilitating experience
with severe swallowing and digestive problems, which result in finding ways to
come to terms with chronic illness.

Together, we’ll journey through key lessons that I’ve learned from managing the
trauma of chronic illness, grief, loss and burnout.

Split into two parts, first join me in my quest for diagnosis and treatment, during
which I constantly battle to be heard by disparate medical teams; then I’ll show
you how I eventually became resolute in finding peace within the turmoil and
provide you with practical tools for you to do the same.

The second half of the book builds towards creating your own Prescription for
Wellness, which hinges on finding wellness within the illness, rather than curing
the illness to feel well again. I’ll offer you a new Whole-wellness approach that
considers your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing in a holistic way.
Read this book if you’re interested in personal development and wellbeing, if
you are living with chronic illness, or if you know or live with anyone who has a
chronic illness.
At the end of each chapter, you’ll find practical elements which you can collect to
create a personalised toolbox that works for you.