Shock Proof Sally

Shock Proof Sally Unshockable. Unstoppable. Unapologetically Sally.

ICD may go off, but my spirit stays on ⚡
5-time stroke survivor • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy warrior 💖
Living proof that you can laugh, heal, and keep beating.

I was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) almost 24 years ago. I was 26. In the middle of chiropractic scho...
02/26/2026

I was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) almost 24 years ago. I was 26. In the middle of chiropractic school. And just like that… everything changed.

It wasn’t just life-changing. It was world-changing.

Living with a lifelong condition that must be closely managed and monitored affects every aspect of your life. I remember sitting there being told a long list of things I couldn’t do. And I asked the only question that mattered to me:

“What CAN I do?”

I didn’t want to live inside limitations.
But I have learned that respecting boundaries is not weakness — it’s wisdom.

Over these 24 years there have been:
• Changes
• Complications
• Mountains to climb
• Deep, dark valleys to walk through
• And a handful of moments where I quietly wondered if I would make it through

But I am here.
Stronger.
And honestly, the healthiest I have been in over a decade.

That didn’t happen by accident. It has taken massive personal effort — mindset, lifestyle shifts, discipline — but equally the unwavering commitment of my medical team, my family, and my friends.

A heartfelt thank you to
Dr. Latchemsetty
Dr. Saberi
Dr. McDermott
at the University of Michigan Frankel Cardiovascular Center.

You have supported me. Fought for me. And saved my life on more than one occasion. “Thank you” doesn’t begin to cover it — but please know my extra-large heart is forever grateful. 🤍

To my family —
My mom, who took me to appointments and procedures until she physically couldn’t.
My dad, the steady voice of reason.
Sara, Kelli, Kater, and Daniel — for support and humor (morbid at times, but necessary 😉).
My mother-in-law Lois for picking up the “Mimi torch” and loving me so well.
And my husband — who absolutely did not know what he was signing up for (neither did I) — but has loved me through it all.

Living with HCM has taught me to treasure:
Every breath.
Every hug.
Every laugh.
Every tear.
Every triumph.

If you are living with HCM or another chronic condition — you are not your diagnosis. You are allowed to grieve it. You are allowed to respect it. And you are absolutely allowed to build a beautiful life around it.

Today I honor the journey.
And I celebrate the strength that grows in the valleys. 🤍

Meditation and visualization have become powerful tools in my miracle toolbox.They’re simple, but not always easy—and th...
02/18/2026

Meditation and visualization have become powerful tools in my miracle toolbox.

They’re simple, but not always easy—and they’ve made a profound difference in my healing journey.
Even just putting your hand on your heart and breathing is form of meditation, so is prayer and singing…you get the idea.

Meditation helps calm the nervous system, lower blood pressure, and reduce stress and anxiety. And for me, stress reduction isn’t just nice to have… it’s essential for healing. When the body is constantly in fight-or-flight, it’s much harder to repair, rest, and recover.

Visualization is another piece of this practice that I love. Taking time to picture positive outcomes helps me focus on what can go right. It builds confidence, strengthens hope, and helps me move toward successful outcomes instead of fearing the worst. That shift in mindset is powerful.

These practices also support the cardiovascular system and improve sleep quality—which is incredibly important when recovering from heart procedures and brain injuries. Sleep is when so much healing happens.

Some tools I use regularly:
• Miracle Morning meditations
• The Calm app
• Solfeggio frequencies, especially 528 Hz, often called the “healing frequency”
• Binaural beats in the delta range to support deep sleep

Am I perfect at this every day? Not even close. But I come back to these practices again and again because they help. They’ve helped me heal, helped me cope, helped me rest, and helped me keep moving forward.

And truly… every morning I wake up, it feels like a miracle.
So I keep doing the things that help set me up for more of them.

But seriously….balancing on one foot and getting my legs through underwear and pants, without leaning on anything, has...
02/16/2026

But seriously….balancing on one foot and getting my legs through underwear and pants, without leaning on anything, has been a major goal achieved lately. This made me giggle and think it is all about perspective. Celebrate the wins…everyday!

Friday Sing Along TIme!This song is another pick me up and keep pushing forward song. And who doesn't love a kick ass, ...
02/07/2026

Friday Sing Along TIme!

This song is another pick me up and keep pushing forward song. And who doesn't love a kick ass, guitar playing woman who can belt out powerful Lyrics...

You GOT TO HOLD ON!!

Turn it up and sing along!
https://youtu.be/jW0ZjNl-QW0?si=CXWH291mbK69iG9w

Intermittent fasting has become another powerful tool in my Miracle Toolbox.Not as a trend.Not as a diet.But as a way to...
02/05/2026

Intermittent fasting has become another powerful tool in my Miracle Toolbox.

Not as a trend.
Not as a diet.
But as a way to support my brain, hormones, heart, and nervous system in working the way they were designed to.

For me, fasting has helped:

✨ Balance the hormones involved in the HPA axis (our stress response system)
✨ Stimulate BDNF and other brain-supportive neurochemicals and neurotransmitters
✨ Clear brain fog and improve mental clarity
✨ Support heart health
✨ Help me lose weight in a sustainable way
✨ Support my body through perimenopause and now menopause

What I’ve learned is this: fasting for women is different.

We are not men. Our hormones shift throughout the month and throughout our lives. The way we fast should respect that, not fight it.

I’ve also learned there are many different ways to fast — time-restricted eating, longer fasts, cycling fasts, adjusting around your hormonal cycles — and finding the way that works for you is a personal journey. What works beautifully for one woman may not be right for another. Listening to your body is key.

One of the best resources I’ve found is the book
Fast Like a Girl by Mindy Pelz. It opened my eyes to how women can use fasting in a way that supports our hormones instead of stressing them.

Intermittent fasting, alongside chiropractic care, movement, supplements, nervous system work, and medical care when needed, has been another way I’ve helped my body create the healing environment it needed.

It’s not about perfection.
It’s about giving your body the right conditions to do what it already knows how to do: heal, adapt, and thrive.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This is my personal experience and is not medical advice. Please consult your doctor before starting any fasting program or lifestyle change.

Chiropractic is the solid foundation of my Miracle Toolbox.Chiropractic isn’t just something I do; it’s the foundation o...
01/26/2026

Chiropractic is the solid foundation of my Miracle Toolbox.

Chiropractic isn’t just something I do; it’s the foundation of how I understand health, healing, and life.

At its core, chiropractic isn’t about pain.
It’s about an optimally functioning nervous system.

It’s about keeping the brain and body talking to each other, clearly, efficiently, and without interference. When that communication is strong, the body can do what it was designed to do: grow, heal, adapt, and thrive.

Chiropractic care supports our innate intelligence. It positively influences the prefrontal cortex, helping move us out of chronic fight-or-flight and into better executive function, regulation, clarity, and resilience. It supports immune function as well.

I have been adjusted regularly since I was born—literally since I was hours old.

When I was a kid:

If I was sick, I got adjusted.

If I had earaches, I got adjusted.

If I wanted my brain firing on all cylinders before an exam, I got adjusted.

Chiropractic was always the first option for my health.

I believe—deeply—that regular chiropractic care is a huge reason I healed as quickly as I did and why I woke up from my thrombectomy with my faculties intact. I’ve seen miracles in my practice for nearly two decades, and I know without question that I’ve lived them too.

When I was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy… then atrial fibrillation… then endured multiple strokes, I reached what chiropractic philosophy calls the “limitations of matter.” At that point, I absolutely and intentionally integrated medical interventions alongside my regular chiropractic care to give myself the very best chance to live and heal.

That integration saved my life.

Chiropractic has been the foundation of my life since the very beginning—and when I care for my patients, that’s exactly what we’re doing together: building a strong, healthy foundation so their bodies can function at their highest level.

I am endlessly grateful that specific, regular chiropractic care is—and always will be—the foundation of my miracle toolbox. ✨

Flash back to 6 years ago! Healing is NOT linear or “pretty” most of the time. This was a tough, rough spot in my healin...
01/21/2026

Flash back to 6 years ago! Healing is NOT linear or “pretty” most of the time. This was a tough, rough spot in my healing journey.

Hives all over my body 2 weeks after having a revision of you ICD/Pacemaker leads.

Painful Itching.

An arm with needle pokes and bruises all over it.

I was miserable to say the least.

AND I looked like Kung Fu Panda or Puff Sally as my sisters called me.

I am so glad I could find some humor in those trying moments.

BUT I got through, one step at a time!! Thankful for all my family and friends that got me through that time!

We are powerful, our bodies are powerful and our minds are powerful. Put this on, turn it up and dance...or as Ray sing...
01/16/2026

We are powerful, our bodies are powerful and our minds are powerful. Put this on, turn it up and dance...or as Ray sings "Step into Your Power" 🥰🥰🥰

It is a song I blast when I need to remind myself of those things! And oooooooo that voice of Ray!!! 🩷🩷🩷

https://youtu.be/2VrYqA6ghK0?si=71BFrK04aqkkItxy

Today is a GREAT day. A Run thorugh the streets shouting joy kind of day.After 10 years on blood thinners, I have offici...
01/15/2026

Today is a GREAT day. A Run thorugh the streets shouting joy kind of day.

After 10 years on blood thinners, I have officially been taken OFF them.
No new strokes for over a year. It is STILL sinking in!!!

Ten years of not giving up on my health.
Ten years of fear, hope, setbacks, and miracles.
Ten years of doing everything asked of me—and then some.

That decade included:

Countless blood draws

Warfarin on and off, constantly chasing the “right” INR

Food restrictions and second-guessing every meal

Then Xarelto… then Eliquis..then warfin again....and repeat

Bruises, bleeding risks, planning life around medication..ugh the bleeding nad bruising!

And the ever-present reminder that I was taking these to help me

To stand here today—stroke-free, stable, and strong—feels absolutely surreal.

This moment didn’t come easily.
It came through persistence.
Through brilliant doctors who refused to give up on me.
Through procedures, prayers, patience, and trusting my body's innate wisdom again and again.
Through days when I was simply trying to survive… and choosing to keep going anyway.

Being taken off blood thinners after a year with no new strokes feels like being handed back a piece of my life I wasn’t sure I’d ever get.

This is another miracle in my book.
And yes—I truly feel like I could run through the streets shouting with joy today.

Grateful. Relieved. Emotional. Hopeful.
It is a very, very great day. ✨💃🏼💛

Nothing about my health journey has been quick.Nothing has been easy.But everything has been worth it.In addition prescr...
01/14/2026

Nothing about my health journey has been quick.
Nothing has been easy.
But everything has been worth it.

In addition prescriptions and procedures, this is a summary of what else I have done

I’ve been building my health miracle brick by brick:
✔ Chiropractic care
✔ Magnesium, Vitamin D, ADEK, flax seed oil
✔ Liver + kidney support
✔ Intermittent fasting
✔ Yoga + mindful walking
✔ Red-light therapy
✔ Meditation + music
✔ Visualization + vagal-nerve work
✔ Vibration plates for circulation

Here’s the truth: healing is deeply personal.
There is no universal formula.
There is only what YOUR body responds to.
And the only way to figure it out is to keep trying—even when people doubt you or don’t understand.

I tuned out the naysayers.
I trusted my gut.
And slowly, steadily, I’m creating my miracle.

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