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Episode 8 - Laura Sylvester- living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

June 02, 2020 • Fisiwe • Season 1 • Episode 8

Laura Sylvester is the founder of the Charity Mind Body EDS. She shares her life changing experience of living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Laura candidly shares her lowest moments, the steps she has taken to rise above them and how the experience has shaped who she is today. She is actively involved with raising awareness and educating medical professionals and the general public about the condition, as well as championing early diagnosis. Her Charity supports individuals living with EDS both within and outside the UK. Laura's journey is truly an inspiration!

Her 3 wellness tips are:
1. List 3 things you are grateful for daily.
2. Turning "I Can't" to "I Can"
3. Be honest with yourself, family, friends and your healthcare team.

You can find Laura on the following platforms :
Instagram: @laura_lee_mindbodyeds
Charity website : https://www.mindbodyeds.org.uk/
Facebook : https://m.facebook.com/mindbodyeds/

Music : Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion/
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/