Unveiling Lupus: Amanda Chay's Triumph Over Invisible Struggles

Amanda Chay, a passionate advocate for lupus awareness, found herself frustrated when diagnosed with lupus and unable to find relatable stories. In search of approachable information from trusted experts, Amanda embarked on a mission to share her experiences and insights.In response to the challenges faced by her and others with lupus, Amanda authored "The Girlfriend’s Guide to Lupus," a fearless and informative book. Through her writing, she aims to provide accessible knowledge from scientific articles, insights from podcasts, encouragement from group chats, and practical advice for leading happier, healthier lives.As a lupus warrior and advocate, Amanda recognizes the confusion and helplessness experienced by family and friends who may not understand how to support someone with lupus. Through her book, she endeavors to bridge this gap and offer tools and support akin to guidance from the smartest, most helpful girlfriends.Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Amanda Chay demonstrated her feisty spirit early on, speaking out against injustices and challenging the dress code at her middle school. She pursued a career in the healthcare industry, becoming a national sales director and business owner focused on helping people lead less stressful, healthier lives through training and retreats at Wonderment.For over two decades, Amanda considered herself a healthy individual, actively teaching group fitness and yoga classes while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. However, she faced the challenge of an invisible illness when diagnosed with Sjogren’s disorder in 2013. Despite initial resistance to medication and management, Amanda's journey led to a formal lupus diagnosis in 2021, specifically systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Through her story, Amanda Chay strives to raise awareness about lupus and inspire others on their own journeys with autoimmune disorders.Order the book 'The Girlfriend's Guide to Lupus: How to Take Control of a Sh*tty Diagnosis' here: https://a.co/d/5aBhyvRhttps://amandachay.com/ http://www.facebook.com/amandachay http://www.youtube.com/@amandachay7466 http://www.tiktok.com/amandaechay http://www.instagram.com/amandaechay [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.