Migraine Heroes

Member Stories

What migraine took from them. What it took to get better. And how their life looks now.

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Jaya

41 years old, USA

Self-reported migraine

At start:

17 days/month

After 5 months:

5 days/month

What changed

Went from hiding migraine pain on video calls at work to having the energy to exercise, play with her daughter, and being open with her manager about the diagnosis.

"I found progress by being open with what I was experiencing... and being open with those around me."

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Dulcie

39 years old, Canada

Self-reported migraine

At start:

28 days/month

After 1 month:

2 days/month

What changed

Dulcie went from daily pain to many pain-free days, needed less medication, and could spend more time working and reading.

“Don’t just accept that this is normal for you.”

Jane smiling in a dark off-shoulder top against a soft green background beside the episode title.

Jane

58 years old, UK

Self-reported migraine

At start:

19 days/month

After 5 months:

10 days/month

What changed

Jane learned to recognize early migraine signs, respond sooner, and reduce the fear of losing days to pain and sickness.

“This was a time that I have looked forward to my entire life when I can just function normally.”

Wendy smiling in a blue knit hat, scarf and dark winter coat against a white background.

Wendy

54 years old, USA

Self-reported migraine

At start:

19 days/month

After 5 months:

6 days/month

What changed

Wendy went from fearing storms and recurring migraine attacks to enjoying rainy days again without the usual three-day migraine.

“For the first time, I felt hope.”

Sylvie

Sylvie

55 years old, New Zealand

Self-reported migraine

At start:

11 days/month

After 2 months:

0 days/month

Dive into Sylvia's journey battling migraine since childhood. Explore how she found relief through holistic approaches, functional foods, and body mindfulness. For Migraine Warriors: This podcast is a beacon for those seeking answers and support. Remember, you're never alone; there are over one billion individuals worldwide battling migraine disease. Episode Highlights: 🌟 Navigating Work Challenges with Migraine: Discover how Sylvie's decision to work remotely was a result of her anxiety, fear of workplaces, and difficulties managing migraine there. 😟 Lingering Apprehension: Sylvie reveals the long-term effects of migraine as she mentions her nervousness about returning to work. 🔄 Evolving Nature of Migraine: Find out how the necessity of providing personalized migraine solutions, and the dynamic nature of migraine impact the app's update plans. 🚨 Importance of Self-Awareness: Sylvie advocates for early identification of migraine triggers and shares her insights on components of self-consciousness that relieve migraine. 🥗 Positive Nutrition Changes: Sylvie tells about mindful food choices and reflects on her stability post-menopause, signaling a new, more balanced phase in her life.

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Jade

35 years old, Australia

Self-reported migraine

At start:

28 days/month

After 4 months:

2 days/month

What changed

Went from hospitalizations, blackouts, and fear of losing her job to full-time work, and no severe migraine in months.

"I honestly can say that I wouldn't be where I am without your love and support."

Portrait of Amanda with long brown hair and black glasses, wearing a teal top against a white background.

Amanda

34 years old, Canada

Self-reported migraine

At start:

4 days/month

After 2 months:

0 days/month

What changed

Amanda says she stopped having major migraines, felt more energetic and no longer feared that an upcoming event would trigger an attack.

“I just feel so good these days.”

Portrait of Sylvie smiling, with long brown hair and a sleeveless black top against a plain white background.

Sylvie

46 years old, New Zealand

Self-reported migraine

At start:

8 days/month

After 5 months:

2 days/month

What changed

Went unpredictable vertigo attacks to going back to a party after resting for two hours.

"I'm not as anxious as I used to be around the migraine... and that's pretty amazing."

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