In Episode 45, host Aalia Lanius invites “Aware Now” Editor, Allié McGuire, to share her journey of creating social impact through publishing and how her own personal diagnosis of multiple sclerosis created an even bigger drive to show the world how important certain causes are! From a young age, we are taught to not judge a book by its cover, and this discussion takes on what a lot of people living with invisible illness experience when people do exactly that. As the co-founder of nonprofit organization, "AwarenessTies", she focuses on raising awareness for various disabilities and issues in our society (11:44). What started as a symbol to "tie" people together has become a platform to tell their stories, and allow readers to step into other shoes to see what it's like to live with an invisible disability (37:36). In a beautiful episode that deals with living everyday as a people with chronic illness, both Aalia and McGuire emphasize the importance of human compassion and strength that allows them to continue being fighters. An episode that should be consumed by anyone living with an invisible illness. Listen to hear more about Allié McGuire and the candid discussion that stays Unsugarcoated.



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Connect with Allié McGuire

IG: @thespoonlifebyallie

Website: https://www.awarenessties.us/