The CF Community Blog is written by the community, for the community. It's about sharing our experiences, reflections, and perspectives — the good days, the bad days, and all the tough and wonderful things in between. With topics ranging from emotional health to treatments, the blog is a platform to share your unique story.
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Having an atypical presentation of CF means I stand somewhere between the CF world and the rest of the world — and that makes me feel like I belong in neither.
![A professional headshot of Zanny Steffgen](/sites/default/files/styles/author_thumbnail/public/2024-04/Zanny-Steffgen-Headshot.png?itok=oD3iLvkp)
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I was recently reminded of what my life used to be like before Trikafta® — and I immediately felt guilty for forgetting. But maybe it’s OK to let go of the past and embrace a future of hope.
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![Zanny flexing her bicep which has a PICC line in it](/sites/default/files/styles/image_card/public/2024-04/Zanny-Steffgen-Featured-Image.png?h=8abcec71&itok=Fr7k5PvA)
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Having an atypical presentation of CF means I stand somewhere between the CF world and the rest of the world — and that makes me feel like I belong in neither.
![A professional headshot of Zanny Steffgen](/sites/default/files/styles/author_thumbnail/public/2024-04/Zanny-Steffgen-Headshot.png?itok=oD3iLvkp)
![A selfie of Sheila Tines wearing supplemental oxygen](/sites/default/files/styles/image_card/public/2024-04/Sheila-Tines-Featured-Image.png?h=8abcec71&itok=iBeAMlD7)
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Living with an illness like advanced lung disease can be incredibly isolating and limiting. But I’ve found a way to connect with others and make my own adventures through online gaming.
![A headshot of Sheila Tines](/sites/default/files/styles/author_thumbnail/public/2024-04/Sheila-Tines-Headshot.png?itok=_5KuDcuf)
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Being diagnosed with chronic lung rejection was devastating. However, maintaining hope and a positive mindset helped me look forward to the future and smile again.
![Headshot of Inka Nisinbaum](/sites/default/files/styles/author_thumbnail/public/2024-04/Inka-Nisinbaum-Headshot.png?itok=YrD19Q7X)
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The physical and emotional toll of CF can sometimes make me feel isolated from my peers. But I’ve learned being vulnerable about my struggles can create stronger relationships that make me feel supported and loved.
![A headshot of Carter Jones](/sites/default/files/styles/author_thumbnail/public/2024-03/Carter-Jones-Headshot.png?itok=q81h8pRJ)
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For so long, my identify was defined by beating the odds and achieving a successful career despite having CF. But recently, health complications have forced me to create a new identity focused on self-care. With the help of my support system, I am slowly adapting to this new chapter.
![Brogavantty Dunwoody](/sites/default/files/styles/author_thumbnail/public/2022-05/Brogavantty-Dunwoody-Headshot.png?itok=jegxsq0m)