No, Karen – I Can’t Just Try Harder (This Isn’t a Spin Class) | Chronic Illness Shirt

For anyone who's ever had their symptoms dismissed by someone who thinks grit cures chronic illness — this one’s for you. “No, Karen – I Can’t Just Try Harder (This Isn’t a Spin Class)” lays it out with peak sarcasm and a solid dose of truth.

Featuring your favorite anti-Karen comeback in bold white on black, this shirt is part of our Karen Collection — designed for everyone tired of unsolicited pep talks and push-through platitudes.

I’ve personally tried this shirt, and it’s super soft — like “wait, am I even wearing a shirt?” soft. It’s unisex, so it runs large for women — and good news: it barely shrinks, if at all, even after a wash and dry. Lightweight, comfy, and breathable enough for flare days.

Details:
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd² (142 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, Mexico, Honduras, or the US

Note: Prices for 2XL and above reflect increased production costs — thanks for understanding and supporting inclusive sizing!

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!

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