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"I am more than my diagnosis."
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My shunt may keep me alive, but my purpose is what keeps me going.
Advocating for shunt warriors is my mission — but so is living my life out loud. Yes, hydrocephalus comes with surgeries, symptoms, and stress. But it also comes with strength, humor, and a lot of “watch me do it anyway.” This space is my corner of the internet where I share how life has been with a shunt - the good, the bad, and the side no one wants you to see - the ugly.
Please consult your medical team before making any health decisions.
My story is not medical advice. 💙
What I’ve Lived Through (And Learned)
This isn’t just a blog—it’s my real life. From navigating hydrocephalus and epilepsy to rebuilding my life after brain surgery, every part of this journey has shaped who I am today. If you’re walking a similar path, you’re not alone.
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Life After Brain Surgery
Brain surgery changed everything—and somehow led me here. From recovery and setbacks to hiking mountains and rebuilding my life, this is proof that life doesn’t end after diagnosis—it begins again.
The Diagnosis Came—But So Did the Adventures
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After multiple brain surgeries, I found myself starting over in every sense of the word—learning to walk, heal, and rebuild. Somewhere between frustration and faith, I decided to take control of my story instead of letting it control me. Shunt Happens is my way of showing that healing isn’t linear, strength doesn’t always look graceful, and humor can exist even in the hardest chapters. This is my story—not defined by a diagnosis, but by determination.