Episode 95 - Stars on my Knees

Join us for this week’s episode of Take a Pain Check as we welcome Michelle Murchison, who shares her inspiring journey with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA). Michelle opens up about her diagnosis story, the challenges she faced with doctors, and the array of medications and surgeries she underwent. She reflects on her childhood experiences, navigating life with a chronic illness, and the impact of nutrition, lifestyle, and hormones on her condition. Michelle also discusses the mental health aspects of living with JRA, the financial burdens, insurance coverage and how her condition has shaped her family life. Finally, we delve into her children’s book, “Stars on my Knees,” exploring the inspiration and process behind it. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful episodes. Our socials: Website: ⁠https://www.takeapaincheck.com/⁠ Instagram:   / takeapaincheck_   Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takeapainchec... X: https://x.com/takeapaincheck?mx=2 Likedin:   / take-a-pain-check   Michelle's socials: @iamrobogirl (Insta),   / michellemurchisonwrites   (FB) Book: https://www.starsonmyknees.com Growing Pains, Copyright, 2018, Alessia Cara