I embrace support, self-care and self-advocacy
Registered Yoga Teacher and Holistic Health Coach with over 7 years working in the wellness space. Skilled in hatha, restorative and gentle yoga as well as nutrition and lifestyle changes.I was in my late twenties and working a demanding — but wholly fulfilling — job at a large nonprofit in New York City. In addition to dedicating myself to my career, I was also going full force with physical exercise, had an active social life and was deep in a relationship with my now-husband.
Knowing that I had an autoimmune disease that can cause a range of horrible symptoms, and be lethal if left untreated, was devastating. At first, I felt a sharp sense of hopelessness and even guilt. Had I done something to trigger the onset of lupus? Was I somehow to blame? Would I ever be anything other than a person with an incurable disease that can limit one’s life?
Though crushed, I was fortunate in that I was able to start working part time for a family member. This helped my family out financially, and also provided me a way to stay connected to the world beyond the shell of chronic pain, brain fog and fatigue. Over time, and with the medication therapy, my symptoms have eased, but I never give up on the quest to self-heal.
I now work with others who are uncovering autoimmune symptoms or have been diagnosed with lupus, as a certified yoga teacher and health coach.
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