Listen "Episode 88 - The Story of Us (Lupus’ Version): How Taylor Swift Paid my Tuition"
Episode Synopsis
In this week's episode of Take a Pain Check, we welcome Ayesha as our special guest, sharing her incredible journey of diagnosis, advocacy, and touching moments of kindness. Ayesha recounts her initial symptoms that led her to seek medical help, navigating a complex medication regimen, and the ups and downs of her health journey. She reflects on her determination during her undergraduate years, the challenges of planning a wedding while managing her health, and a difficult experience in the emergency room. Ayesha also shares her memorable experience attending Taylor Swift's Eras tour, even in a wheelchair. During the episode, Ayesha updates us on her current health status, medication routine, and mental well-being, offering hope and valuable insights to listeners. She shares Taylor Swift's response to her Tumblr post, and how she met her in person. The conversation shifts to Ayesha's TikTok journey, where she discusses how she creates 'Get Ready with Me' videos, and she discusses her experience living with lupus, highlighting moments of inspiration and the positive impact on her community.
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Ayesha's socials:
Tiktok: @ayeshaakhurram
Instagram: @ayeshakhurram
Growing Pains, Copyright, 2018, Alessia Cara
Our socials:
Website: https://www.takeapaincheck.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeapaincheck_/
X: https://twitter.com/takeapaincheck
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takeapainchec...
Ayesha's socials:
Tiktok: @ayeshaakhurram
Instagram: @ayeshakhurram
Growing Pains, Copyright, 2018, Alessia Cara
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