Living with an invisible illness

D'andre Hardy developed a severe case of Crohn's colitis at age 12 and spent years struggling with her condition. She tried countless management strategies, took dozens of different medications, and ultimately chose to undergo an ostomy procedure to help regain control of her life. It was that experience that led to her founding the Seen Society, an organization dedicated to revising the narrative about who people with invisible illnesses are, what they need, and aid in the curation of inclusive environments where everyone thrives. Her story is an inspiration for anyone who suffers with invisible illnesses - not simply incontinence, but any condition that isn't always noticeable from the outside but that has a profound impact on your wellbeing.

To learn more about the Seen Society, click here. You can also click on the following links to find D'andre and the Seen Society on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. 

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Rainbows Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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