Going with the Flow (Paperback)

Paperback. What happens when your body no longer follows the rules?After a lifetime of managing autoimmune conditions, Heather Friedman Rivera thought she understood how to adapt and move forward. But when she was diagnosed with microscopic colitis, everything changed.Suddenly, food was no longer simple. Daily routines required planning. Leaving the house meant thinking about bathroom access, safe meals, and the constant unpredictability of her body.In Going with the Flow, Heather shares her honest, lived experience of navigating life with collagenous colitis, a form of microscopic colitis. Through trial and error, she developed practical ways to stabilize her symptoms while continuing to live a full and meaningful life.Inside, you'll find: What the early days really feel like after diagnosisHow to navigate food, restaurants, and travelPractical tools for managing daily life and unexpected flare-upsEmotional realities, including grief, identity shifts, and intimacyReal-life strategies that helped her regain a sense of normalcyThis is not a medical guide. It is a companion for those learning to live with a condition that is often misunderstood and minimized.Whether you are newly diagnosed or still searching for your own path, this book offers reassurance, practical insight, and the reminder that even within limitation, a full life is still possible. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…