Migraine Heroes

Member Stories

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

Patricia smiling in a sunhat and blue top against a soft green background.

Patricia

63 years old, USA

Self-reported migraine

At start:

20 days/month

After 10 months:

1 day/month

What changed

Went from near-daily headaches escalating into migraines tied to suppressed anger and physical tension, to a full migraine-free month and rediscovered hobbies like piano and crochet.

"Life is so much simpler because I always had pain to work around."

Steph and Alex smiling together with a small brown dog against a soft green background.

Steph & Alex

31 years old, UK

Self-reported migraine

At start:

21 days/month

After 10 months:

9 days/month

What changed

Steph went from a 12-year pattern of frequent migraines to a 60–70% pain reduction and confidently setting a wedding date; Alex left her job to prioritize her health and is already seeing results after a few months.

"It really is life-changing."

Jennifer and Will smiling together in sunglasses outdoors, with Jennifer’s hair in a bun and Will beside her.

Jennifer & Will

42 years old, USA

Self-reported migraine

At start:

30 days/month

After 12 months:

9 days/month

Jennifer and Will share how chronic migraine strained family life, and how Jennifer regained energy, connection and more pain-free days.

Jaya sitting with her young daughter and a small white dog against a soft green background beside the episode title.

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."

Dulcie standing in a light blue blouse against a soft green background beside the episode title.

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.”

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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