"But you look just fine..."These words haunt millions with invisible illnesses. In this powerful memoir, Michele Roys takes readers inside the hidden world of chronic pain and resilience.When trigeminal neuralgia-known as the "suicide disease" for its excruciating pain-struck without warning, Michele's life fell apart. Her voice, career, and independence vanished overnight. But in the darkness, she discovered something unexpected: a path to reclaiming joy.Through raw honesty and hard-won wisdom, Michele reveals: The reality of living with an illness no one can seeHow to navigate a healthcare system that often dismisses women's painThe unexpected healing power of Latin dance and movementA spiritual journey that transforms suffering into strengthHow to build a support system when others can't see your painThis isn't just another story about illness-it's a guide for anyone who has ever felt unheard, dismissed, or trapped in a body that feels foreign. Whether you're battling chronic pain, supporting a loved one, or trying to understand the dance between suffering and joy, this book will be your companion and your reminder that you are never alone.Perfect for readers of "The Invisible Kingdom," "Brain on Fire," and "When the Body Says No," this memoir offers validation and hope for the 50 million Americans, 150 million Europeans, and over 1.5 billion people worldwide living with chronic pain-many searching for ways to rediscover joy despite their condition.