I try to manage my time to conserve energy.

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Everyone who has sarcoidosis is affected differently.

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In a way, I have simplified my life by setting priorities.

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Concealing an illness is like keeping a beach ball under water.

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I don't have feeling in my feet to my fingertips; I also have active lesions in my bone marrow and in my eyes.

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My family has been amazing, and they understand how blessed I am. They've been able to keep my sense of humor.

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I did as much research as I could and I took ownership of this illness, because if you don't take care of your body, where are you going to live?

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A lot of people asked me if it was frustrating not having a clear specific diagnosis, but I didn't mind, I just chose the most optimistic diagnosis.

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In addition, I'll be attending women's health expos and medical conferences with the goal to promote dialogue between women and their health-care providers.

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I am enormously honored to be one of the spokesmen of the New Age Womens Health Campaign, so you'll be seeing me in public service announcements and public appearances supporting the campaign.

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