Fast Company, a leading business media brand, spotlightshow I drew strength from a lifetime chronic illness

Fast Company focuses on innovation in technology, leadership, world changing ideas, creativity, and design. Its readership is primarily progressive business leaders. The magazine seeks to inspire readers to think expansively, lead with purpose, embrace change, and shape the future of business. 

As part of their feature tied to mental health at work, Fast Company asked me to share the seven ways I drew purpose and strength from my lifelong chronic illness, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (CMT). CMT is a degenerative neurological disorder affecting the body’s peripheral nervous system.  CMT affects over three million people globally.  There are currently no treatments available.  The article provides insights that anyone who suffers from chronic illness in their daily life can utilize. 

You can read the full article here.

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