Unseen Battles: Living with Autoimmune Disease and Chronic Illness

In this episode, I open up about my personal health journey — from being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease and alopecia areata, to navigating chronic migraines, seizures, and the struggle to be believed by doctors and peers.

Living with autoimmune conditions means facing symptoms that others can’t always see: fatigue, brain fog, pain, hair loss, and fear of the unknown. I share my story of wearing a heart monitor, going through endless tests, and learning to live with conditions that change the way I see myself and the world.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, misunderstood, or scared about your health, this episode is for you. You are not alone.

📌 Free Resources & Support:

• American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA)
   – Information, education, and advocacy for autoimmune conditions
• National Alopecia Areata Foundation
   – Resources, support groups, and research updates
• American Thyroid Association
   – Education on Hashimoto’s disease and hypothyroidism
• Migraine Again
   – Free migraine tips, tools, and patient stories
• The Mighty
   – Online community for people living with chronic illness and disability
• Crisis Text Line
   – Free 24/7 support if you’re struggling emotionally (Text HOME to 741741 in the U.S.)