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Yuxian Seow
Yuxian Seow
Story
Hello! My name is Yuxian (Yux for short). I'm going to be shaving my head to raise money for Arthritis Australia! About two years ago, I was diagnosed with arthritis, and it has been such a rollercoaster journey that has enabled me to learn so much about myself, the disease and its impacts on many young Australians.
When I was first diagnosed I was terrified. There was so much fear, about the disease, its impacts on my personal life, and in the long term. I was only 17! I didn't even know that I could have arthritis at such a young age, I thought it was an 'old people disease'. After reading countless information sheets and getting advice from different specialists, I felt a bit more informed about this chronic condition, and yet, the emotional toll was still so incredibly difficult to cope with. I had so many questions, and it was hard to find someone to talk to that I felt could really understand what I was going through. As the first few months went by, I came to realise that the person I am is not defined by outside factors like physical ability, the way I look or by my disease! I was more than just my arthritis, and that beneath all the struggle and hardship existed tiny victories that I had to realise and celebrate. I was lucky enough to have the incredible, unconditional support of my family and loved ones. Without them, I'm not too sure if I would have made it to the light at the end of the tunnel - remission!
The reason why I have chosen to shave my head, as a cause for fundraising, is because I want to remind myself, present and future, that who I am is not defined by outside things. My beauty, self-confidence, strength and spirit is not so easily embodied by things like mobility, hair and looking 'pretty'. I am more than that! And so is everyone else who may or may not suffer from any other chronic illness like arthritis. Our strength and beauty come from within, and I stand so firmly in my belief in that, that I want to challenge my own tendency to rely on my looks and hair to be confident and feel beautiful.
I'm hoping to make a difference by shaving for a cause that is close to my heart. I'd appreciate any contribution, big or small. All proceeds go to Arthritis Australia, for research funding, support and advice for people with arthritis or families affected by arthritis, educating people about arthritis and increasing accessibility to expert websites like MyJointPain.
Donations made through this platform are secure and will be remitted directly through to my charity of choice, Arthritis Australia.
Thank you so much for your support!
Love, Yuxian
Arthritis Australia
Arthritis Australia is the peak arthritis organisation in Australia. It is supported by affiliate offices in ACT, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Western Australia. Arthritis Australia provides:
- provides support and information to people with arthritis as well as their families and friends
- promotes awareness of the challenges facing people with arthritis across the community, and to leaders in business, industry, and government
- funds research into potential causes and possible cures as well as better ways to live with arthritis, and
- aims to keep health professionals such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and community nurses informed