On this episode of Talking Head Pain, Joe is joined by Erica Carrasco, the founder of Achy Smile. Erica is a small business owner who creates migraine awareness apparel and merchandise, a great tool to advocate for chronic illness.

Join Joe and Erica as they discuss creating Achy Smile, Erica’s experience with physical therapy, and the pressures of trying to stick to a strict diet.

Among the highlights in this episode:

01:24- Joe kicks off the episode by asking Erica to talk about her worst migraine experience

03:02- Erica shares what inspired her to create Achy Smile

06:17- Joe and Erica discuss Erica’s journey to wellness and the process of getting in touch with her body and mind

13:21- Joe and Erica talk about the myth of “the perfect diet”

17:43- Joe and Erica share their thoughts on the relationship one can have with food

19:08- Erica talks about her experience being in a migraine diet Facebook group where the members were less than friendly

21:01- Erica tells Joe about the correlation between mental and physical pain and the journal she created to help along the way

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