The One Thing You Shouldn’t Say to Someone Who’s Sick

You might not know Austin Carlile by name, but if you like heavy metal music, you've definitely heard of his band, Of Mice and Men. Carlile has Marfan syndrome, a genetic disorder that affects his connective tissues and has forced him to have more than a half-dozen surgeries. Plus, it was the reason Of Mice and Men canceled tour dates this fall.

Carlile appreciates the outpouring of support from well-wishers, but he wishes people wouldn't say, “Hurry up and get better!” That’s not a reality when you live with a chronic condition. And that's an important reminder for all of us. Check out Carlile's full explanation below:



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