Finding Joy Through Chronic Illness

From a rainy bay window in Ireland to a red carpet in Phoenix, Arizona — here is my honest, heartfelt reflection on the journey, the gala, the pain, and the moment a little card on a table made everything real.

From a book award win to Phoenix, Arizona, a morning keynote, and two big autumn dates to save — here's everything that's been happening and what's coming next.

One month ago I landed in Dallas carrying more than a suitcase — grief, chronic pain, and a hope that something might shift. What I found at the Unstoppable Summit reminded me why our stories matter and why keeping going is always worth it.

A love letter to Lady, my border collie who stayed by my side through every hard day of chronic illness.

Speaking engagements, media features, and meaningful connections—February's highlights in resilience, impact, and finding joy in the journey.

When Your Body Fights Your Dreams (And You Show Up Anyway) When I first heard that Brené Brown was coming to Ireland in November 2025, I knew immediately—I had to attend. Not just attend as an audience member, but somehow, some way, I needed to meet her. Brené's work has been transformational in my journey. Her book The Gifts of Imperfection spoke directly to something I struggled with greatly: perfectionism, worthiness, and the courage to be vulnerable. I had followed her