A simple fall revealed something life-threatening, a spinal tumor she didn’t even know she had. What followed was an 11.5-hour surgery, months of rehab, and a community that never left her side; she fought her way back to independence. Now walking, working, and full of gratitude, she calls herself “the luckiest woman on earth.” Hear how one unexpected fall transformed her life forever.

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At just 11 years old, a young dancer was diagnosed with scoliosis—a condition that progressed rapidly, eventually requiring a 15-level spinal fusion. In this inspiring episode, she shares her journey through bracing and the challenges of adolescence, all while holding onto her dream of dancing. Hear how she reclaimed her strength, rediscovered her rhythm, and now performs on some of the world’s biggest stages—with rods in her spine and resilience in her heart.

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A high school athlete faced an unexpected diagnosis—rapidly progressing scoliosis that threatened the life she loved. From intense bracing to spinal fusion surgery, she endured months of pain, setbacks, and sacrifice. But through it all, she found strength she didn’t know she had. Now six months post-op, she’s back on her feet and discovering new passions beyond the cheer mat. Tune in to hear how this remarkable teen turned a life-changing challenge into a story of triumph and hope.

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