Turning Pain into Strength
Welcome to "Turning Pain into Strength," podcast where real people share true stories and unforgettable journeys of strength. I’m Michelle Eberwein, and after living with chronic pain from breaking my back, autoimmune diagnosis' & enduring multiple surgeries, I understand the challenges of "pushing through"and navigating a flawed medical system.
I invite you to join me as we share uplifting stories, explore new ideas, and provide hope and encouragement. Together, we’ll uncover tools and strategies on turning pain into strength and empower each other on this journey of healing and personal growth.
You are not alone.❤️
Turning Pain into Strength
Meet Kathy O'Shea - Migraine Warrior
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Kathy O’Shea, an English professor at Monroe Community College in Rochester, NY, has navigated the challenges of living with chronic migraines. Her personal journey with migraines spans 44 years, a topic she delves into in her book, "So Much More Than a Headache: Understanding Migraine through Literature," available on Amazon.
Kathy was deeply inspired by Joan Didion's essay "In Bed" during a terrible migraine episode. As a result, she decided to help others use literature as an additional resource for managing pain.
Her adventurous side has taken her to explore glaciers in Iceland and navigate the water rapids of Alaska's ANWR (Alaska National Wildlife Refuge).
Recently diagnosed with POTS, Kathy shares her life with her husband and two beloved pets: a cat and a golden retriever named Oliver.
Here is Kathy’s story on how she turned her pain into strength
