02/05/2025
✨️Today, we celebrated the life of a true warrior, someone who faced incredible difficulty and hardship after being diagnosed with a very rare disease, neuro acanthocytosis, 10 years ago at the age of 30.
I have walked a long journey with her and her family, along with other therapists, and her true spirit, resilience and courage shined through even during the most difficult times.
Therapists often take on challenging cases not knowing the depths that they might have to traverse with their client, the emotional highs and lows, and holding their hands when physical challenges become too much.
But we are able to get so much more in return, learning about love, patience, strength and courage. Living life to the fullest and letting go of things that don't matter, while holding on tightly to things that do. The strength and support of family. And carrying on despite huge adversity, physical challenges and speech difficulties.
Dearest Christina, you have taught us all those things and more. It has been a privilege being a part of your story, and I hope that your body is finally able to rest and find peace. 💜
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