Turning pain into purpose.

I’m Tina “BipolarBetty” Hodgdon — a speaker, advocate, and survivor using my story to break stigma around cancer, mental health, and resilience.

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My story didn’t end when cancer took my nose.

I learned how to show up anyway — for my family, my community, and for anyone who feels unseen. If you’ve ever felt like your hardest moments defined you, I’m here to remind you: you’re still becoming.

This is about resilience. It’s about mental health. It’s about being brave enough to be visible again.

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