Sometimes my body looks different, sometimes it swells — that’s the reality of living with lupus. It’s not always easy, but life doesn’t pause for the battles we fight quietly. So I choose to keep walking, keep showing up, and keep embracing the version of me that exists . Let this be a reminder: you never know what someone is carrying behind their smile, their outfit, or their stride. Be kind. Always. Because sometimes the strongest people are the ones fighting invisible battles. And kindness c