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The Napping Sloth

Living and working with ME/CFS and chronic illness in the UK

  • A tired sloth holding medical paperwork while being assessed by shadowy figures, symbolising having to prove you are disabled enough to access support.

    Proving I’m “Disabled Enough”

    January 30, 2026 - By Jake

    Hi friends. I want to talk about something that has drained far more energy than it ever should have. This is about having to prove you are disabled enough to…

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  • A tired-looking cartoon sloth sits at a desk, resting its face on one hand, surrounded by messy stacks of paperwork. A document on top is titled “Keep Britain Working”. The sloth looks exhausted and unamused, as if overwhelmed by the report in front of it.

    A Quiet Warning for the Chronically Ill: What the “Keep Britain Working” Plan Might Really Mean for Us

    November 6, 2025 - By Jake

    A government report claims it will help sick and disabled people stay in work, but for those of us with energy-limiting conditions, the reality may be very different. Here’s why…

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  • A soft, fluffy sloth with gentle brown-and-cream fur sits in a warmly lit room, holding a small progress pride flag in one hand and a bisexual pride flag in the other. Around the sloth are cosy personal items, books, and plants, creating a safe, supportive atmosphere. The sloth’s expression is calm and thoughtful, symbolising care, identity, and solidarity.

    When Silence Feels Louder Than Words

    August 12, 2025 - By Jake

    The world feels heavier lately. Rights are being chipped away, safety nets are shrinking, and the people I care about are being pushed to the margins. As someone living with…

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  • Proving I’m “Disabled Enough”
  • The Loneliness That No One Sees
  • A Quiet Warning for the Chronically Ill: What the “Keep Britain Working” Plan Might Really Mean for Us
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  • When Silence Feels Louder Than Words

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