This episode will highlight my initial diagnosis and the impact it had on my life, the betrayal and shame that I felt, and how I broke down mentally when it all came crashing down on me.

Here are some bullet points in regards to the structure of this episode:

• What incited me to go get tested
• My reaction to my results
• Inviting my partner to get tested
• My experience reporting myself to my local Health Department
• Getting linked to care
• Disclosing my status to my partner, family and close friends
• Their reactions to my disclosure
• My extended stay at a mental health facility due to the trauma
• Continuation of therapy
• Finally a silver lining

Thanks for listening!