07/02/2026
June was filled with celebrations, community, advocacy, and unexpected challenges. I celebrated another year of life, connected with incredible organizations, accepted three city proclamations recognizing Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, and had the privilege of sharing my story to help make an invisible disease more visible.
At the same time, I am navigating a new medical diagnosis that reminded me, once again, that the patient experience is about so much more than treatment. It’s about communication, compassion, trust, and being seen.
These moments reinforced what I’ve learned throughout my own journey: awareness is only the beginning. Real change happens when awareness leads to action.
Thank you to every city leader, healthcare professional, advocate, family member, and friend who joined this mission throughout June. Together, we’re helping create a future where people living with migraine and other chronic conditions are met with greater understanding, empathy, and support.
The conversation doesn’t end with Migraine and Headache Awareness Month.
It continues with each of us.
The final article in the Migraine and Headache Awareness series: “From Awareness to Action: What Healthcare Leaders, Employers, and Communities Can Do,” is on my LinkedIN page. This article shares practical ways we can all help create better experiences for those living with chronic illness.
What is one action you believe can make someone feel more seen, heard, and understood?
Share in the comments.
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