In this fiercely honest and soul-lifting episode, Alyssa peels back the layers of fatphobia, shame, and societal expectations to deliver one bold truth: your worth is not up for debate. With stories straight from her own lived experience—including high school heartbreaks, theme park humiliation, and the exhausting weight of being the “fat funny friend”—Alyssa reclaims her voice and invites you to do the same.

You’ll laugh, you might cry, and most importantly, you’ll walk away reminded that your body is not a before picture—it’s a living, breathing masterpiece.

✨ For anyone who’s ever questioned if they’re enough: this episode is your mirror.

In this deeply personal and powerfully honest episode, Alyssa pulls back the curtain on what it truly means to live in a body that never gets a break. From chronic fatigue and persistent pain to the emotional toll of constantly having to “prove” her struggle, she explores the reality of surviving in a body that feels like it’s always one breath away from collapse.

Blending raw truth, sacred vulnerability, and her signature sparkle and snark, Alyssa reflects on the invisible battles of chronic illness, the sacredness of endurance, and the people who show up without needing everything explained. She brings both comfort and laughter to those who feel alone in their pain—reminding every listener that survival isn’t weakness… it’s strength in its most beautiful form.

This episode is lovingly dedicated to Dr. Graham, Dr. Roe, and Dr. Lemon—doctors who believed her, fought for her, and reminded her that her story matters.

In this deeply personal and emotionally charged episode, Alyssa shares her exhausting journey to get answers about her gallbladder—the pain, the dismissal, and the battle to be taken seriously in a system that too often overlooks patients living in larger bodies.

Listeners will follow her through a frustrating ER experience, the unwavering support of doctors who actually listened, and the emotional toll of fighting for care while managing diabetes, acute kidney injuries, and the looming loss of employer-provided insurance. With her signature blend of snark, soul, and compassion, Alyssa invites her audience into the raw reality of medical gaslighting and the moments of grace that made all the difference.

💛 Dedicated to Dr. Graham, Dr. Roe, and Dr. Lemon.
Thank you for seeing me. For believing me. For never treating me like less because of my size. Some days, that kind of care is everything.