The Head Start: Embracing the Journey

When Life Rewrites the Story: A Conversation with Britt Middleton

We all have a story we’re trying to tell, even when life has other plans. In this episode, Nora McInerny sits down with romance novelist and journalist Britt Middleton to

Redefining What It Means to Show Up: Muneera Page on Living with Chronic Migraine

As a working mother, author, and speaker, Muneera knows what it means to juggle competing priorities. But living with Chronic Migraine has forced her to reconsider the pr

Quiet Thoughts on Living with Chronic Migraine from Michelle Douglas and Caitlyn Eiffert

There’s something different about a voice note. It’s not polished. It’s not rehearsed. It’s just one person trying to put words around something that’s hard to explain. I

Where Are They Now? Checking in with Priya Rama and Qasim Amin Nathari on their Chronic Migraine journeys

Living with Chronic Migraine is rarely a straight line. Life keeps moving, responsibilities pile up, and the journey continues long after the moment of diagnosis. In the

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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

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

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 Pice

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 episod

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Two Generations, One Shared Disease: A Conversation with Mother and Son

It’s one thing, as a parent, to deal with your own struggles, but to watch your kid go through it - to see them face obstacles and struggles can be excruciating. It often

Acting The Part Amidst Adversity: A Conversation with Aaron Matthew Atkisson

Oftentimes the standard “I’m good!” response isn’t rooted in the truth. We often act our way through our struggles, so we don’t burden someone else with our problems. In

Teaching Through the Struggle: A Conversation with Danielle Mandoza

Navigating parenthood can be overwhelming all on its own, but Danielle Mandoza takes it a step further teaching young children at work, too. In this episode, Nora explore

Healthcare Access & Affordability: A Conversation with Jaime Sanders

“Knowledge is Power” may be an old cliche, but it is never more true than when talking about living with a chronic illness, like Chronic Migraine. In this episode, Nora

The Silent Struggle Behind the Veteran Mindset: A Conversation with Ivan Perry

Most of us have probably heard “Suck it up!” or “Get over it!” at some point. But when you’re living with Chronic Migraine, these phrases are far from helpful. In this ep

Living with Chronic Migraine in the Grind Culture: A Conversation with Lauren Browning

The pressures of hustle culture can be nonstop. In this episode, Nora and guest, Lauren Browning, get vulnerable about navigating Chronic Migraine in the unforgiving and

The Head Start: Embracing the Journey is Back!

Nora McInerny returns with all-new conversations exploring personal stories of people living with Chronic Migraine. If you’re new to the series, there are eight episodes

Being Real About Chronic Migraine: A Conversation with Paula Dumas

In this episode of The Head Start: Embracing the Journey, Nora explores the impact and importance of storytelling and advocacy in people's lives and how it can help peopl

Finding Support Along Your Chronic Migraine Journey: A Conversation with Meg Donnelly

In this episode of The Head Start: Embracing the Journey, Nora explores what a support network can look like and how to shape one that feels right to you. She has been co

Searching for Work-Life Balance with Chronic Migraine: A Conversation with Winnielyn Bautista

In this episode of The Head Start: Embracing the Journey, Nora dives into the ever-blurring lines between work and life. Nora has made a career of sharing moments from he