At just 12 years old, Shannon Kinsella lost all her hair in one week. Alopecia stripped her of her lashes, brows, and every strand on her body—but not her spirit. In this deeply personal episode, Shannon shares her journey through hair loss, name-calling, and the emotional toll of hiding her condition throughout her school years, eventually leading her to leave early and forge her own path.She opens up about the pain of glue-damaged scalps, the evolution of wigs over two decades, and how she went from hiding her baldness to loving herself as she is. Now a mum to two daughters—who may one day face the same condition—Shannon talks about her fears, her strength, and the unwavering support of her husband Niall and her parents. But her story doesn’t end there. Shannon has turned her pain into purpose, building a successful career as a PhiBrows artist, helping other women reclaim their confidence and beauty after hair loss. Her journey is raw, radiant, and incredibly inspiring.Shannon's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/phi_me/Full details on how to qualify for the grant in Ireland towards the cost of a hairpiece, wig or hair replacement are available on the Department of Social Protection’s website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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