Spoon theory was coined by Christine Miserandino in her blog ButYouDontLookSick.com and is mostly used in reference to chronic illnesses like fibromyalgia and autoimmune diseases. However, I’ve found it to be very useful in conceptualising how we all have different levels of energy each day, whether or not we have a chronic illness. As a therapist, I often bring up spoon theory to my clients who feel like they should be doing more each day or who tend to compare themselves to their peers.
