Chronic Life Media

Stories That Demand More

Documenting the realities of living with chronic illness.
Not just survival, but the systemic change
people need and deserve.

mission

Chronic Life Media® is dedicated to creating a platform where the experiences of people living with chronic illness are seen, heard, and valued. Through thoughtful documentary storytelling and in-depth journalism, we build community and foster understanding.

Every story we tell challenges stigma, expose systemic barriers, and remind people they’re not alone

A Documentary Short

Training for Life

“Training for Life” follows Samantha Sauer, a certified patient advocate living with gastroparesis and multiple chronic illnesses, as she attempts to return to half-marathon training after years of health setbacks. The film chronicles Sam’s remarkable healthcare journey—from her initial diagnosis through multiple surgeries, septic infections, and the feeding tube that kept her alive—all while maintaining an unlikely passion for running that became her lifeline.