Episode 16 Differently Abled, Unbreakable Spirit ... with Martie McBride

16/04/2025 22 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this profoundly moving episode of the Women With Vision podcast, Tam Luc speaks with Martie McBride — author, psychologist, and warrior — about her 47-year journey of living with degenerative joint disease. With 17 surgeries behind her and a spine fused from C1 to S1, Martie shares the raw truth about pain, ableism, and reclaiming independence through mindset, marijuana, and meaning.She talks about how writing her book became a healing act, how the healthcare system both helps and fails, and how caregivers — both professional and personal — can better connect with those they serve. Through it all, Martie remains joyful, determined, and full of hope.This is not just a conversation about illness — it’s about empowerment, purpose, and the unbreakable will to thrive.

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