))
In November 2020, my brother Mateo contracted Covid-19 like so many of us did. But unlike most of us…he hasn’t yet recovered. Mateo is now what is known as a Long Hauler, and right now around the world, it is unknown how many others can say the same ("lots" according to Mateo). In that time, he has been documenting his ups, downs, victories and setbacks through journals, medical records and love letters to You – the listener. And if he’s come to one conclusion, it is that Covid is Stoopid…
…
continue reading
Today, we shift from our focus on the day-to-day to a place where many long haulers have gone in search of answers. A place where we’ve seen tears of all kinds. A place that even the name will no doubt stir some memories and feelings... Send us an email: [email protected] Find us on Instagram: @CovidisStoopid Or on Facebook: Facebook.com…
…
continue reading
It’s safe to say that in early 2021, there was no semblance of 'normal' in our day to day lives. And in this week’s episode, we’re going to get another look into Mateo’s personal Journals and explore how he and the family were taking their ‘not normal’ and trying to make a life with it. What do you remember about this time in your life? What were y…
…
continue reading
Historically, Mateo has never been much of an online presence. And by not much, I mean less than anyone I know. In this era of passively checking up on family and friends through social media, sometimes we have to dig a little deeper to find out how they’re doing. Send us an email: [email protected] Find us on Instagram: @CovidisStoopid …
…
continue reading
Welcome back! We've missed you! So let's catch up on all our Summer vacation trips, triumphs, crushes and Covid! Send us an email: [email protected] Find us on Instagram: @CovidisStoopid Or on Facebook: Facebook.com/CovidisStoopid And subscribe to Covid is Stoopid on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser or anywhere where podcasts are avail…
…
continue reading
In our final episode of the season, Mateo lets us in as he carefully and methodically prepares himself for a night of greatness. Also known as the long-awaited Weird Al show. With Wifey and Kiddo at his sides, Mateo looks forward to attending his first concert since before Covid. How did you enjoy Season 1 of Covid is Stoopid? Anything you'd like t…
…
continue reading
The endeavor of changing up a lifelong habit – especially one as personal, comforting and essential as what we eat – is never an easy one, even when we’re operating at our best. But for the COVID Long Haulers, it wasn’t an option, it was a necessity... What changes have you found most difficult? Helpful? Strange? Send us an email: CovidisStoopid202…
…
continue reading
The choice to say Yes or say No. For some, it’s a case-by-case basis. But to others, it’s a lifestyle. And for the COVID Long Haulers, “Yes” has become a very very difficult choice. Where have your Yes and No decisions been made? Let us know! Send us an email: [email protected] Find us on Instagram: @CovidisStoopid Or on Facebook: Faceoo…
…
continue reading
How many of you keep Journals? Or have ever kept Journals? For some of the Covid Long Haulers, it has become essential. Maybe it’s a way of remembering some of the past because Covid has done everything it can to take that away from you. But to others, it may be more than that. Here’s my Big Brother Mateo with Temporary Teardrop Tattoo. How have yo…
…
continue reading
For the Covid Long Haulers out there - and anyone who finds themselves battling new obstacles day in and day out, be that mental or physical or emotional - it's safe to say that contexts are changing. Have changed. What may have been taken for granted one day is an ongoing struggle today. And on the other side of that token, you've got all those ev…
…
continue reading
"Ars Gratia Artis" - Art for Art’s Sake That's the idea we're ruminating on today as that exact concept has been instrumental in Mateo's rehabilitation, his self-exploration and his overall well-being. From cross-stitching to dreamcatchers to flowers with skulls in them, we've got some lively and lovely ground to cover today. What's been keeping yo…
…
continue reading
“There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.” Some would say that everything is a matter of perspective and your perspective forms your reality. This week, we join Mateo as he looks back on - at the time - his two years as a Covid Long Hauler. If you're enjoying these episodes, we'd really appreciate if you would subscribe, give …
…
continue reading
December 2020. It was a weird time for everyone. Who we could and couldn’t see for the holidays, where we could go and what we could do. Did any of you think to Journal about it? Well, Mateo did. And in this week’s episode, we're reading from Mateo’s Journals from the first December of the pandemic. And his first Christmas as a Long Hauler. If you'…
…
continue reading
We’ve been with Mateo for the good, we’ve joined him for the bad. And now…we want to pull back the curtain so that you can see the real. Today's episode will be a look at what happens when all the preparation, warm up and focus gets up ended. Tell your friends, tell someone who doesn't know what Long Haul Covid is, share with anyone you think could…
…
continue reading
We all know the feeling: walk into a room, forget why you’re there. Now just imagine multiplying the frequency (and frustration) of these little episodes by...years. Tell your friends, tell someone who doesn't know what Long Haul Covid is, share with anyone you think could benefit! Send us an email: [email protected] Find us on Instagram…
…
continue reading
Today we’d like to show you something different. The part this journey that was never really meant for anyone else, but will be today. We’re going to open the pages of Mateo’s Journals so that he can share a different voice of his with you. Tell your friends, tell someone who doesn't know what Long Haul Covid is, share with anyone you think could b…
…
continue reading
This week, Mateo's resting his voice, and Little Brother Lucas is sharing an essay Mateo shared with him. Christine Miserandino's 'The Spoon Theory' is one woman's idea of how to convey to her friend what it's like to be sick with the help of a simple diner utensil, and one Covid Long Hauler would like to do the same with you, the listeners. Tell y…
…
continue reading
While it may be commonplace to rattle off who is on your Mt. Rushmore of sports heroes or movie stars, today Mateo is going to share with us his Mt. Rushmore of Long Haulers. Tell your friends, share with anyone you think could benefit! Send us an email at [email protected] #LongCOVID #podcast #longcovidrecovery #LongCOVIDawarenessmonth …
…
continue reading
For the Covid Long Haulers, doctors' appointments are an ongoing Odyssey riddled with dead ends, empty hands and dark drives back home. But today, Mateo would like to share with you a Positive Medical Experience. Tell your friends, tell someone who doesn't know what Long Haul Covid is, share with anyone you think could benefit! Send us an email at …
…
continue reading
As anyone knows – especially you, the Covid long haulers – nobody can do anything entirely on their own. But asking for help can be tough. Today, Mateo is going to share with us some good news – and how it couldn’t have happened without asking for some help. Tell your friends, tell someone who doesn't know what Long Haul Covid is, share with anyone…
…
continue reading
We're all going to run up against challenges. Some may be big, others may be small. But for the Covid Long Hauler, the challenges don’t get to be so easily divided into big and small. Tell your friends, tell someone who doesn't know what Long Haul Covid is, share with anyone you think could benefit! Send us an email at [email protected] …
…
continue reading
In today’s episode, Mateo shares with us his thoughts after 4 years of Covid. 4 Years of Reddit and almond butter. 4 years of knowing you – the long haulers who help keep him positive. Tell your friends, tell someone who doesn't know what Long Haul Covid is, share with anyone you think could benefit! Send us an email at [email protected]…
…
continue reading
Mateo has always had a way of looking at the world that I have tried to emulate. But hey: do or do not, there is no try. Safe to say: Mateo is doing. Tell your friends, share with anyone you think could benefit! Send us an email at [email protected] #LongCOVID #podcast #longcovidrecovery #LongCOVIDawarenessmonth #covid19 #inspirational #…
…
continue reading
