Fear

My Faultlines: Achalasia

My Faultlines: Achalasia

My name is Richard, and I have a rare disorder called Achalasia. It’s a progressive disease of the esophagus, and it’s been with me for years now. I still remember the day I found out about it. I was just trying to eat some food like I usually did, but nothing seemed to be staying …

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Panic Palpitations

Panic Palpitations

From the moment I woke up in the morning, my heart would start to beat rapidly. I felt my chest tighten and a wave of intense fear would wash over me. I knew I was having a panic attack and I had no idea what to do about it. My panic disorder had started a …

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Ovarian Cancer: My Story

Ovarian Cancer: My Story

The diagnosis came as a shock, I had ovarian cancer. Fear washed over me like a tidal wave, consuming my thoughts and emotions. I had come to terms with the fact that I may not have long to live, but I refused to give in to the disease. I decided to be a fighter. The …

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Living With Lung Cancer

Living With Lung Cancer

My emotions were a whirlwind of fear, anxiety, and worry. I didn’t know how I was supposed to go on with my life. I was scared of the treatments, scared that I might not live. I was scared of the unknown. As I received treatments and went through therapy, I faced a lot of suffering. …

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Kidney Infection: My Story

Kidney Infection: My Story

My name is Jane and I’m here to share my story of how I survived a kidney infection. I was so scared at first, feeling the painful burning sensation that radiated through my lower back. I could barely move, barely eat, let alone walk. I was scared to death, feeling helpless and so weak. I …

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