Welcome!
This site brings together conversations, research, and
systems-level perspectives at the intersection of chronic illness, healthcare, ethics, and lived experience.
The work here is thoughtful and exploratory in nature. It’s not a support group or a therapeutic space, but a place to slow down and look more closely at complex realities... how systems work, where they fall short, and how those structures shape real lives.
You’ll find interviews, essays, and carefully selected resources intended to inform, spark reflection, and encourage meaningful public conversation... not to replace professional care or personal support networks.
Resources
This section brings together interviews, essays, videos, and written material focused on chronic illness, healthcare systems, and lived experience. Content here is designed to inform, contextualize, and support thoughtful public conversation...not to replace professional care or personal support networks.
The Striped Spoon Journal
The Striped Spoon Journal is a long-form writing and interview archive exploring chronic illness, chronic pain, mental health, and the systems that shape patient experience. Pieces range from personal essays to analytical reflections and conversations with clinicians, researchers, and advocates.
Video Library
A curated archive of recorded conversations, interviews, and educational talks focused on chronic illness, healthcare systems, and lived experience. Content is intended to inform, contextualize, and invite critical thinking.
NEWS & UPDATES:
🗞️ Exciting News! 🎙️
I’m thrilled to announce that this Saturday, October 18th at 11:00 AM PST, I’ll be sitting down with the incredible Dr. Leonard Weinstock — one of the leading experts on Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) — for a brand-new episode of The Kimberly Elayyne Show!
We’ll be diving deep into all things MCAS — what it really is, why it’s so misunderstood, and how it connects to everything from gut health and mood to hormones, surgery recovery, and chronic pain.
If you’ve ever felt like your body is overreacting to foods, smells, or stress — or you’ve been told your labs look “normal” even though you know something’s off — you don’t want to miss this one. 💬
Dr. Weinstock will be sharing:
✨ How mast cell activation affects your daily life
✨ Why mood swings and anxiety can actually be histamine-related
✨ What both men and women should know about MCAS and hormones
✨ How to prepare for surgery or medical care if you live with MCAS
✨ And so much more — including real hope and practical advice
🎧 Let’s break the silence around MCAS — together. 🦓💛