Chronic Migraine Through My Sister’s Eyes: A Conversation with Meghan McInerny
We all carry more than we show—juggling roles, responsibilities, and realities that often go unseen, even by those closest to us. In this episode, Nora sits down with her big sister, Meghan, for an honest and vulnerable conversation about the reality of living with Chronic Migraine—a reality woven into their family history. Together, they reflect on how this shared thread has shaped their relationships with each other and with their father. Meghan shares how her symptoms have shifted over time, and the quiet resilience it takes to adapt, especially when those around her may not fully see or understand what she’s navigating. Click here for Product Information, including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide, or visit https://abbv.ie/prescribing_infoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Strength Behind the Scenes: A Conversation with Lilly Singh
Living in the public eye brings constant pressure, making it even more important for actress and host Lilly Singh to approach life with intentionality while managing her Chronic Migraine. In this episode, Nora sits down with Lilly to explore the daily routines, open communication, and wellbeing-first mindset that have helped her manage both personally and professionally. She shares strategies for setting boundaries, prioritizing wellness, and staying grounded - all tools that help her stay authentic while navigating a very public life. Click here for Product Information, including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide, or visit https://abbv.ie/prescribing_infoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Intimacy and Chronic Migraine: A Conversation with Tom Picerno
Talking about intimacy can be difficult, even with your partner. It’s nuanced. It’s often avoided. But it’s still very important. In this episode, Nora and guest Tom Picerno explore how he’s navigated these delicate conversations while living with Chronic Migraine. They’re joined by Tom’s wife, Cheryl, who adds an extra layer of perspective to how they’ve relied heavily on open communication, reframing what intimacy means to them while respecting each other’s boundaries. Click here for Product Information, including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide, or visit https://abbv.ie/prescribing_infoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sweat and Resilience: Balancing Chronic Migraine with Fitness Goals
The healing power of fitness goes far beyond physical benefits—for today’s guest, it’s a form of self-expression and a celebration of what the body can do. In this episode, host Nora McInerny sits down with fitness personality Ivylis Rivera, who shares her deeply personal journey of navigating life with Chronic Migraine while holding onto her passion for movement. Ivylis opens up about the struggle of staying active while facing the fear of triggering a headache or migraine attack and the resilience it takes to keep pushing forward—a resilience that carried her through the challenging journey of finding a Chronic Migraine treatment plan that worked for her. Join Nora and Ivylis as they explore the concept of “soft living,” a philosophy Ivylis embraces—staying active, listening to your body, and building trust in oneself. Click here for Product Information, including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide, or visit https://abbv.ie/prescribing_infoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Head Start: Embracing the Journey Season 3 is Here
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We’ve all had a moment where we arrived at the grocery store and can’t remember passing any of the stoplights along the way. We’re halfway down an aisle and scrambling to remember what we even needed. Our mind is in overdrive trying to sort through our ever-growing to-do list. We’ve been there when just making it through the next task is hard. But the normal stresses of life aren’t the only thing YOU have to deal with.
Nora McInerny hosts The Head Start: Embracing the Journey, a new podcast from iHeartRadio and AbbVie, a space to share open and honest conversations acknowledging the struggles we all face, while leaning into the hope and optimism we all share. We’ll hear from doctors, experts, and everyday people who will be sharing their experiences, migraine coping strategies, and major wins, all while building a community of support around an invisible disease that makes every day uncertain: Chronic Migraine.
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