In this vulnerable and empowering episode of Holding Space with Authentically Amy, Amy sits down with mental health advocate and future therapist, Bianca, for a raw conversation about chronic illness, invisible disabilities, and the struggle to feel seen.

Both Amy and Bianca live with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and have faced the stigma that often comes with invisible illnesses—from dismissive comments to heartbreaking misunderstandings, even from family. They talk candidly about the loneliness that can follow, especially when friendships fall apart due to others’ discomfort with pain that can’t be “fixed.”

Bianca opens up about finally embracing a mobility aid after years of resistance—and how it changed everything. Amy shares her own healing journey, including how untreated POTS led to a traumatic injury and ultimately to a life-altering transformation.

Together, they explore:

• The courage it takes to stop hiding and start honoring what your body needs
• Why authenticity is more important than approval
• How to break the cycle of people-pleasing and build true connection
• The importance of self-acceptance and redefining identity beyond illness

Bianca also shares exciting news about her upcoming Be Brave journal and mental health-themed merchandise launching this fall—tools she hopes will give others permission to show up fully, just as they are.

If you’ve ever felt invisible in your pain, misunderstood in your mental health, or unsure how to be fully yourself in relationships—this episode will meet you right where you are.

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