Welcome to Stronger Than Autoimmune with April Chavez. Diagnosed with Lupus at a young age, April transformed her challenge into a lifelong pursuit of holistic wellness—blending spiritual, intellectual, and physical health. From her roots in law enforcement to becoming a public speaker and performance coach, she’s explored how lifestyle choices shape well-being. Now, through her talk show, The Wellness Driven Life Show, and Driven Livin' LLC, April inspires others to take charge of their health. Join her as she shares insights, tips, and stories—lived alongside her husband, Manlee, and their kids—to help you thrive beyond autoimmune challenges

Learn more about DrivinLivin: https://drivenlivin.com/

What is this podcast about: I’m your host, Dez,and I’m not just your host—I’m right there in the trenches with you as a fellow warrior. We’re diving into real, uplifting stories, some seriously smart experttips, and simple lifestyle tweaks that actually make a difference in how we feel day-to-day.I’ve gotta give a huge shoutout to you—my amazing listeners.You’re the heartbeat of this podcast, and I’m so grateful for tuning in.

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Workers with Autoimmune AilmentsAlliance (WAAA):These folks are fighting the good fight for students and workers like us with autoimmune conditions. Want to get involved or learn more? Swing by doubleutriplea.org—they’d love to have you!

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— From my heart to yours, I’m sending you nothingbut love and good vibes.

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