Life with Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) can feel daunting as we face hardships, struggles, and countless tribulations. Most FA patients I know have a positive attitude and try to keep moving forward despite what FA throws in our paths. We don’t necessarily like our diagnosis, nor do we like having to fight, persevere, and overcome every moment, but we choose to do so for the sake of our sanity and quality of life.
FA’s journey is an endless source of tribulations and sorrows. But I don’t have to face them alone. I can “take heart” because I know that God is with me, as are the people he put in my life. I can be courageous because I have already overcome so much, and I’m empowered by the one who overcame death.