After being diagnosed with an Acoustic Neuroma/Vestibular Schwannoma following a decade of symptoms (vertigo, balance, tinnitus, facial numbness, migraines) I had brain surgery to remove the tumor. I’m deaf in my right ear. It wasn’t as difficult to adjust as I assumed it would be, which is forever a blessing. Although, not easy, it does give me a greater understanding for the hearing impaired and it also helps me fuel my new found passion and purpose. I struggle with balance but I’m doing so well and I’m also recovering from facial paralysis. I want to help, give hope, and find these tumors. They are life shattering, life altering, and life changing. I’m doing so well by the grace of God and my purpose is to help others. I want to also go on mission trips and help those that do not have the advantages we have here in america. To give someone hearing it’s to give them freedom. It gives them hope. I love that!! ?
My major started in Psychology but now is in COMD and my minor is in Psych. I love both fields SO much. I’m glad that I have the ability and drive to live through my misfortune and turn it into a purpose and passion.
