This is a major part of why I write about being a survivor of SA and narcissism and my neurodivgence too - first person stories matter and can literally save lives. Thank you for continuing to speak… - Katherine Grace - Medium

Over the past couple of months, I’ve had a number of women reach out to me to say thank you because the stories about my illness have helped them realize they have lipedema too. I’m no longer writing sexy stories or viral ones. I’m writing about real life pain and suffering th…

This Is Why I Keep Talking About My Chronic Disease

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Katherine Grace

Sep 2, 2021

This is a major part of why I write about being a survivor of SA and narcissism and my neurodivgence too - first person stories matter and can literally save lives. Thank you for continuing to speak out.

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