J’ai appris à vivre avec la douleur : témoignage d’une migraineuse

🎥 In this video, Alice shares her poignant story about chronic migraines, an invisible yet profoundly debilitating illness. From a very young age, Alice suffered from headaches, but it was during her adolescence that the migraine attacks became truly crippling. She recounts how the pain could paralyze her in a dark room, in absolute silence, sometimes even causing her to vomit, and how these episodes had a direct impact on her personal and professional life, forcing her to give up her initial career path in teaching. Over the years, Alice had to learn to live with this pain, to "carry on as if nothing were wrong," relying on powerful treatments (like triptans), but also more natural methods such as cold therapy and baths. She also mentions the rare periods of respite, particularly during her pregnancy and while being treated for endometriosis, before discovering she was experiencing early menopause—a diagnosis that marked a turning point by significantly reducing the frequency of her attacks. Beyond the physical suffering, Alice offers a broader reflection on self-awareness, the importance of slowing down, of no longer fighting against her body, and of accepting her limits. She also discusses her personal journey toward greater self-compassion and her desire to pass these values ​​on to her daughter. 💬 A sincere and moving account with a powerful message: learning to listen to yourself is also learning to live better. #migraine #chronicmigraine #invisiblepain #mentalhealth #testimony #endometriosis #earlymenopause #womenandmigraine #livingwithpain #invisibleillness #resilience #womenshealth #migraineawareness #triptans #selflistening #wellbeing #inspiringtestimony #migrainejourney #selflistening #burnout