I've been going through a thing. Almost two years ago I lost my voice on stage at my Alzheimer's event in Nashville. It was embarrassing & scary & it never quite came back. It's been a challenging couple of years, but we finally got to the bottom of it.
I have damage to my laryngeal nerve. I tried everything I could to heal it (so thank you but please don't give me any tips!) I have a badass scar that's smiling at me across my neck.
I haven't wanted to share about this much until now because it felt too vulnerable. I took for granted my ability to 'use my voice' before - for my career, for a good cause, for a timely joke, for SELF-EXPRESSION, for a loud dinner party.
I've been through shame & self-loathing, all kinds of training, breathing techniques, & braces & healing & laughing & crying & explaining. I've met many amazing helpers along the way who've become amazing friends & I'm feeling SO GRATEFUL.
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