In 2012, I received a diagnosis of remitting-relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a turning point in my life. The unpredictability of the disease and the fear for an uncertain future submerged me into a psychological state of disbelief and denial. The anxiety and frustration of confronting this new life situation triggered the need to analyse and research about MS, not only at a clinical level, but also the socio-cultural means of dealing with a chronic and degenerative disease. This body of work represents an emotional exploration of the journey from an uncontrollable angst and mental dissent to the acceptance and understanding of living with MS.

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The work is composed by 2 pieces. A Disappointed Woman video piece, which presents a visual allegory of remitting-relapsing type of MS. The Journal of a Disappointed Woman book narrates the journey of the personal acceptance by means of intimate thoughts and exploration.