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In this heartwarming episode, we meet Chris and Jessica, a vibrant couple living on the stunning east coast of New Zealand. From their adventurous move from North Carolina to their journey navigating migraine and pregnancy, their story is filled with resilience, love, and growth. Jessica shares her experience managing migraine during pivotal moments, while Chris reflects on the empathy and patience required to support a loved one. Please tune in to hear their unique perspective on life, family, and finding balance amidst the challenges. This is one episode you won’t want to miss!🎧 💡 Episode Highlights: 1️⃣ How migraine strengthened their relationship instead of tearing it apart. 2️⃣ Tips for supporting a partner through chronic illness. 3️⃣ Life lessons learned from living by the ocean. 4️⃣ Jessica’s reflections on motherhood and resilience. 5️⃣ Finding joy in small moments during life’s toughest challenges.

In this inspiring episode of Migraine Heroes, we’re excited to welcome Allison E. Lang, an extraordinary individual whose resilience and determination shine brightly. As a Team Canada Sitting Volleyball athlete, Allison’s story is one of overcoming incredible odds. But her journey is even more remarkable as she navigates life with migraine alongside her athletic and advocacy pursuits. Allison opens up about her experiences with migraine attacks, which began in 2022, and the challenges she faces in managing them while preparing for the Paralympics. She shares her struggles, including the intense pain and the emotional toll of having to educate others about her condition, all while advocating for disability rights and working to shatter ableist barriers. 💪

In this episode, Cassie discusses how migraine and other changes in life can be managed with patience and self-compassion, and how it’s about finding what works through trial and error. We’re joined by Cassie from Indiana, a mom of two young children and a former public health physical therapist. Cassie opens up about her long and challenging journey with migraine, which began with severe dizziness and sickness in high school. What seemed like a stomach flu turned out to be the onset of a lifelong struggle with migraine. Cassie’s story is one of remarkable resilience and adaptation. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and evolving with your body through different life phases—from childhood and puberty to pregnancy and beyond. Instead of striving to return to a past version of herself, Cassie embraces the journey of becoming a new version of herself, learning to meet her body’s needs in the present.

"It really happened quickly... one and done really."

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

Priya Rama is a passionate artist and teacher. She's achieved notable recognition, winning the Grand Prize at Art North in 2022. In her art book, "Migraine Vision," she shares 50 paintings that explore the connection between art and pain. Priya's unique approach to turning migraine into art has gained recognition in publications, interviews, and podcasts. She actively showcases her work at galleries and art fairs across the country.Priya's migraine story goes beyond the canvas. She has been experiencing this debilitating condition since childhood to now. What began as occasional headaches turned into chronic migraine, seriously impacting her life. Priya vividly describes the visual aspects of her episodes, often featuring vibrant colors.

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

In this episode we unravel the layers of Jess's migraine experience, offering a rare glimpse into the functional foods and 'bodyfulness' journey. Episode Highlights:🧠 The Migraine Odyssey: The physical and emotional toll of chronic migraines. 🔍 Misunderstandings and Healing: Encounters with medical professionals, the limitations of conventional treatments, and the pivotal moment when she found a guiding light. 🌱 Holistic Healing and Empowerment: The power of functional foods and the supportive guidance that became a turning point in Jess's life. 👩‍⚕️ Championing Migraine Awareness: The importance of raising awareness about migraines and advocating for proper understanding and support.