In this episode of the Lupus Speaks Podcast, host Shedrica Shante interviews Michelle Mitchell, a first-grade teacher and beauty expert living with lupus.

Michelle shares her journey of how she unexpectedly became a teacher after studying fashion marketing and management. She discusses how she manages both professions while prioritizing her health and self-care.

Michelle also talks about how her background in the beauty industry has influenced her approach to self-expression and confidence, especially while living with lupus. She shares insights into her lupus diagnosis, the struggles she faced with mobility, and the importance of finding a supportive community.

Michelle also discusses her passion for content creation and her desire to work with the lupus community to provide education and support.

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