When Alice was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, she feared it might take away the things she loved most—especially music. In this episode, she and Cheryl discuss how she’s adapted over the years, finding ways to stay connected to joy, even when faced with physical challenges.
From singing to trying nine different medications in five years, to embracing the THRIVE framework from Cheryl’s Rheum to Thrive Program, Alice shares the ups and downs of life with rheumatoid arthritis. Ultimately, Alice reminds us that living fully with RA doesn’t mean giving up on what matters—it means finding new ways to engage, and finding a way to balance grief for what you’ve lost with gratitude for what you still have.
If you’re newly diagnosed, her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of connecting with what matters and striving to thrive, even if the path looks different than you expected.
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