Chronic and Iconic
Chronic and Iconic is an online drop-in group at The Relational Center for anyone impacted by chronic illness. Whether you have a diagnosis, are supporting a loved one on their journey, or are navigating the many difficulties of having a body — this space is open for you. We'll explore how your experience impacts identity, mood, relationships, work, and so much more. If it’s your first time joining us, please fill out our interest form so we can welcome you to the group, answer any of your questions, and provide the link to our virtual meeting.
Not sure if you experience a chronic illness, or the label makes you uncomfortable? No sweat. Our facilitators would love to hear from you and talk through your questions and concerns! Rest assured, you'll never be asked to "prove your pain" here.
What to Expect
• Come as You Are: A comfortable, low-stakes environment where you can bring any version of yourself. Be comfy, use stims, snack, attend to your
needs, and honor your capacities — whatever they may be.
• Weekly Themes: Each meeting will be oriented around a topic (some examples include grief, dating/relationships, navigating medical care, and others).
• Real Talk: Open and honest conversations about the messy stuff of chronic illness.
• No Judgment, No Shame: A space to shed the stigma.
• Offerings: Coping skills, resources, reflective prompts, and more.
• Not Just Pain: An opportunity to find joy, humor, pleasure, and connection in community.
When: Fridays from 3:30-4:30pm during Fall 2026: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 & 12/18
Cost: Free to existing TRC members. For the public, suggested donation: $0-$30 per group. If donating would keep you from coming, please come anyway. We value everyone’s presence regardless of their means.
Where: Microsoft Teams (fill out the interest form and we’ll send you the link)
Any questions, comments, concerns, ideas? Reach out to the group facilitators, Sophie & Miles, via email at ChronicAndIconic@relationalcenter.org