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You can be happy no matter what. It about looking at your blessings, even if it is just the breeze across your face. Helping others is huge. I became an advocate and chronic illness coach so I could help those feeling lost and afraid and also be accountable myself. I cannot ask of others what I will not do myself. I don't look back and wish I was like "I used to be". I am the way I am now in the moment. I am whole and complete sick or well. I have dreams and goals that illness gave me. That in itself is a blessing. I think it is very helpful to make sure you don't surround yourself with people that tell you how terrible your life is because you are ill. Create a team of people that listens to you greater than you listen to yourself. Don't wallow in victim mentality. Put your healing first above all others. Freely reach out and share your story. Inspire others and you cannot help but have happiness.