In this powerful conversation, Heather Patrick talks with Carol Enneking, author of The Rebalancing Act, about her personal journey through keratoconus, multiple cornea transplants, a breast cancer diagnosis, and what it means to live a balanced life. Carol shares lessons in self-advocacy, the surprising ways medications can affect vision, and why prioritizing health is essential for long-term well-being.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

•           Carol’s journey with keratoconus and four cornea transplants

•           How breast cancer treatment unexpectedly impacted her vision

•           The critical role of advocacy in navigating the healthcare system

•           The link between eye health and overall health

•           Why women often put themselves last — and how to change that

•           The inspiration behind The Rebalancing Act and its message for women everywhere

Timestamps

•           00:03:00 – Carol’s early diagnosis and journey with keratoconus

•           00:06:20 – The impact of cornea transplants and medical advances

•           00:18:45 – Eye health as a solvable problem — if we act now

•           00:24:30 – Breast cancer, tamoxifen, and unexpected vision loss

•           00:28:40 – The importance of advocacy and proactive healthcare

•           00:37:00 – Women, self-care, and the need to prioritize ourselves

•           00:43:45 – Key takeaways from The Rebalancing Act

•           00:45:45 – Reflections, lessons learned, and letting go of perfection

Resources & Links

•           Get The Rebalancing Act by Carol Enneking: https://carolenneking.com/book/

•           Learn more about Prevent Blindness Texas: https://texas.preventblindness.org 

•           Follow Eyespiring for future episodes: https://eyespiring.transistor.fm