Survivor Biography

While heartbreaking at times, these powerfully honest stories are ultimately uplifting and extremely reassuring to patients and their families. They offer the wisdom and hope that only survivors can give. Live Strong is a remarkable testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Soul Survivor: A true story based on the good, bad and ugly about my life that no one knew. Growing up every one always said I was strong. People depended on me for support, prayer and strength. Everyone around me thought I had it all figured out , because I made my journey look easy as if I had it altogether. I was taught by my mom to never display weakness or vulnerability. Truth be told, people like me need encouragement also.

Domestic violence is a real issue in our world that is not gender-specific (some men suffer as victims, too), nor is it something that is limited to a region. This is a worldwide problem. Sadly, not everyone who has become victims of domestic violence make it out alive. While many do get out, the question is, do they stay out?

Migraine Survivor is a childhood and youth story of manual migraine specialist Jyrki Mäkelä. His childhood and youth were full of violence and bullying. This is his story and how he survived.