Marisa developed auto immune diseases and chronic illness in the later years of her life and battles through them on a day-to-day basis. Although this episode is different than others in which this isn't a story about overcoming adversity (yet!); it is a story to bring awareness to those that deal with the same struggles each and everyday. With COVID still being a factor in everyone's lives still, I think the health talk was the right way to go with this episode. Marisa is also a teacher and a very strong minded person just like others I've had on so far and defies all obstacles with perseverance. Follow her on Instagram @marisaxalana.