In this episode of IC You, I sit down with Vanessa Ballentine, an IC Warrior and my Road To Remission client who opens up about her raw and powerful journey with interstitial cystitis.

Vanessa shares what it was like to be misdiagnosed and dismissed by doctors, the anxiety that came with feeling like a medical mystery, and the spiral of food fear that took over her life. Like so many others, she was told to figure it out on her own — and nearly gave up hope. But everything changed when she joined Road To Remission.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What it actually feels like to be dismissed by the healthcare system
• The emotional toll of food fear and constant anxiety
• Why symptom tracking helped Vanessa feel empowered (not overwhelmed)
• How nervous system regulation was a game changer
• The mindset shifts that helped her stop living in fear
• Why community support made all the difference

Vanessa’s story is a powerful reminder that healing is never linear — but with the right tools, guidance, and support, it is possible.

If you’ve ever felt like no one understands what you're going through… this one’s for you.

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