In this powerful conversation, Heather Patrick talks with Carol Enneking, author of The Rebalancing Act, about her personal journey through keratoconus, multiple cornea transplants, a breast cancer diagnosis, and what it means to live a balanced life. Carol shares lessons in self-advocacy, the surprising ways medications can affect vision, and why prioritizing health is essential for long-term well-being.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Carol’s journey with keratoconus and four cornea transplants

• How breast cancer treatment unexpectedly impacted her vision

• The critical role of advocacy in navigating the healthcare system

• The link between eye health and overall health

• Why women often put themselves last — and how to change that

• The inspiration behind The Rebalancing Act and its message for women everywhere

Timestamps

• 00:03:00 – Carol’s early diagnosis and journey with keratoconus

• 00:06:20 – The impact of cornea transplants and medical advances

• 00:18:45 – Eye health as a solvable problem — if we act now

• 00:24:30 – Breast cancer, tamoxifen, and unexpected vision loss

• 00:28:40 – The importance of advocacy and proactive healthcare

• 00:37:00 – Women, self-care, and the need to prioritize ourselves

• 00:43:45 – Key takeaways from The Rebalancing Act

• 00:45:45 – Reflections, lessons learned, and letting go of perfection

Resources & Links

• Get The Rebalancing Act by Carol Enneking: https://carolenneking.com/book/

• Learn more about Prevent Blindness Texas: https://texas.preventblindness.org

• Follow Eyespiring for future episodes: https://eyespiring.transistor.fm