In this inspiring and heartfelt episode, Sam sits down with Andrew Belliveau to talk about his journey with gastroparesis; from a difficult diagnosis at a young age to building a life filled with advocacy, humor, and hope. Andrew opens up about the daily challenges of living with constant nausea and vomiting, how he navigated school with a misunderstood illness, and the strain it placed on friendships and connection at a young age.
He shares how resilience and a strong support system helped carry him through the hardest moments; and how the Gastroparesis Pie Face Challenge became a creative way to raise awareness and build community, gaining traction thanks to viral support from David Price. Now living with a gastric stimulator that has drastically improved his quality of life, Andrew reflects on what it means to find joy in small wins and the power of using your story to make a difference.
This episode is a reminder that advocacy can start with whipped cream, and that healing doesn’t always mean being cured; it means finding purpose, connection, and gratitude along the way.
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