Our Rising Voices Story Sharing Series continued with idiopathic hypersomnia advocate Becky Tallman! Becky shared her 20+ year journey from early symptoms to diagnosis, and her passion for raising IH awareness so others don’t wait decades for a correct diagnosis and treatment.
Idiopathic Hypersomnia Story Sharing: Meet Becky
About Becky:
Becky Tallman is a late blooming woodcrafter who also loves caring for sea turtles. She started getting sleepy in her early 20’s and received a diagnosis of idiopathic hypersomnia in 2013 at the tender age of 48. As a speaker with Project Sleep’s Rising Voices program, Becky shares her story of life with an invisible illness with hopes of raising awareness and educating others, with some laughter along the way.
What is the Story Sharing Series?
The Rising Voices Story Sharing Series invites viewers to gather online to watch a Rising Voices trained speaker or writer present their story live via Project Sleep’s Facebook page.
About Rising Voices Speakers:
To improve public understanding of sleep disorders, Project Sleep’s Rising Voices program trains people with sleep disorders to share their stories through public speaking and writing with local communities, healthcare providers, news outlets, blogs and beyond. Combining the power of real-life stories with expert communication strategies, our Rising Voices trained speakers and writers are effectively raising awareness and reducing stigma for all those facing sleep disorders.
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My Dear BECKY, How brave of you, to share this life time story, to educate others . I hope to see your presentation. Wishing you comfort. Fondly, Janet
Excellent Presentation. Love your positivity, beautiful creativity, and resilience ❤️