"Lasting pain relief is not found in pill bottles but rests on building a healthy lifestyle, pain resiliency, and preventative measures. It is time to take charge of our own pain care."

— Andrew Weil, MD

"Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness."

— Desmond Tutu

Standing at the threshold of change can feel like being caught between two worlds - the familiar life we've known and the uncertain future ahead.

Thinking about my roles in life - a daughter, sister, mother, partner, friend, and now a coach - has reminded me of the path that brought me to this meaningful chapter.

Living with a chronic illness such as diabetes, cardiac disease, or autoimmune disease often requires a long-term commitment to various treatment options, including medications.