Believe Me

My Battle with the Invisible Disability of Lyme Disease

By: Yolanda Hadid

Narrated by: Daisy White

Length: 11 hrs and 16 mins

Publisher's summary

This program includes an introduction and bonus interview with the author.

From the star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills comes an emotional and eye-opening behind-the-scenes look at her descent into uncovering the mystery of chronic Lyme disease.

In early 2011, Yolanda Hadid was struck by mysterious symptoms including brain fog, severe exhaustion, migraines, and more. Over the months and years that followed, she went from being an outspoken, multitasking, hands-on mother of three, reality TV star, and social butterfly to a woman who spent most of her time in bed. Yolanda was turned inside out by some of the country's top hospitals and doctors, but due to the lack of definitive diagnostic testing, she landed in a dark maze of conflicting medical opinions, where many were quick to treat her symptoms but could never provide clear answers to their possible causes.

In this moving behind-the-scenes memoir, Yolanda opens up in a way she has never been able to in the media before. Suffering from late-stage Lyme, a disease that is an undeniable epidemic and more debilitating than anyone realizes, Yolanda had to fight with everything she had to hold on to her life. While her struggle was lived publicly, it impacted her privately in every aspect of her existence, affecting her family, friends, and professional prospects. Her perfect marriage became strained and led to divorce. It was the strong bond with her children, Gigi, Bella, and Anwar, that provided her greatest motivation to fight through the darkest days of her life. Hers is an emotional narrative and all-important listen for anyone unseated by an unexpected catastrophe.

With candor, authenticity and an unwavering inner strength, Yolanda reveals intimate details of her journey crisscrossing the world to find answers for herself and two of her children who suffer from Lyme and shares her tireless research into Eastern and Western medicine. Believe Me is an inspiring lesson in the importance of having courage and hope, even in those moments when you think you can't go on.

©2017 Yolanda Hadid (P)2017 Macmillan Audio

Phenomenal!

Yolanda hadid is such a strong, resilient, and compassionate woman. This book was amazing and super easy to read. Totally recommend it

Beautiful

Such a beautiful story written by a beautiful woman. I would highly recommend it for not only those battling chronic illness but for everyone.

Compelling and dynamic story of strength

I wanted to listen to Yolanda’s story to better understand the journey of someone living with chronic Lymes. My mother has chronic Lymes and it has been to many years of pain and illness, I had started to loose hope. Hearing Yolanda’s journey has provided me hope that the disease can be come manageable even when it’s the worst. Thank you for sharing and being honest and vulnerable with us the reader.

Lyme warrior

Ty for sharing your journey. Gives me hope to keep fighting.

Sending health and love

Jessica

Wow! I believe you, Yo!

Amazing story, told so well. So sad what she and her children have suffered through for so many years. David Foster should be ashamed of himself - "in sickness and in health."

Excellent

I have Chronic Lyme and really enjoyed the book...it was very informative on what she went through with Lyme disease and what treatments she tried. The only downfall is the average Lyme patient wouldn't be able to do even a fraction of the treatments she tried because of finances and not having the resources.

I believe you!!

The book was so truthful.
And written from the heart of such a compassionate, Lady!
So much information and her journey was a tough one!!!But one anyone who thought they had Lyme, can identify with!!
Thank you Yolanda you are a true warrior for us all❣️

SO IMPORTANT

Every Lyme patient, but especially their loved ones should read this book. Thank you Yolanda. Another "Lymie" here. Thank you for sharing our struggle. xo

Eye opening

A story of true bravery. I enjoyed listening and learning. I wish nothing but health and happiness and a cure for anyone suffering from this disease.

Years into my Lyme Journey, years after listening.

I listened to this book years ago when I first got my Lyme diagnosis and I find myself continuously coming back to it. So relatable. So accurate.