This strange illness is
rare, incurable, and will affect me for the rest of my life. The month of May
recognizes those who struggle with (and are champions of) the chronic autoimmune
disease. On a daily basis I am asked a plethora of inquisitive questions from
friends, family, and even strangers-- who want to pick my brain on a number of
life issues. I enjoy it. Since becoming affected with Takayasu’s, I have felt a
sense of enlightenment in my view of the world around me-- the people, the
environment, the way I care for my own body. It has all been quite a journey of
perspective and cleansing. Though the curious questions cover a range of topics,
I always try to center these main points in my responses, as I feel each person
can benefit from these things.
You are not
alone in your triumph and your struggle.
The human experience can be burdensome, tiring, rewarding. Allowing yourself to
empathize with the trials and tribulations of people around you will help you to
be in touch with your own purpose. This inspiration will most definitely drive
you closer to what you believe to be the meaning of your own life’s story. Soon,
you will grow an affinity for the singularity of each individual you come in
contact with. Everyone’s story has a piece of value should be applied to your
personal growth.
You have an
infinite capacity of wisdom to share with others.
Shed the fear of the unknown and dive deep into what may appear to be
‘different’ from you. We all have something in common--we’re humans with a body
who is a house for our soul. We all feel, we all think--it may be different from
each other, but allow yourself to understand that difference in culture, race,
and lifestyle. It will give you insight and make you feel closer to having the
key to God’s book of secrets. Once your desire to learn everything in the world
starts taking precedent over everything else, the petty problems in your life
will become so minuscule and irrelevant. The light will shine, and the glory of
your mission will be magnified.
Find your
passion and act on it.
Realizing that I have a sort of countdown on my lifespan surely has prompted me
to reach for things I always thought I would have forever to focus on. Perhaps
you are eager to take a solo trip out of the country to better your own
perspective, or you’ve always wanted to go sky diving. Do it as soon as you are
able to. Live your life with no limits on yourself!
Contributor: Devri Velazquez
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