Living Out Loud

Sarah Locke's memoir left me feeling seen and empowered. She masterfully weaves themes of personal acceptance, resilience, and self-advocacy into deeply relatable storytelling. Reading this book feels like an act of self-care, and as Sarah writes, ""Self-love is the foundation that makes every step forward possible."" --Kristin Key, LQBTQIA+ Advocate and Comedian Sarah Locke's story is one of strength and unwavering determination. From her journey of self-discovery to navigating the challenges of an MS diagnosis, she has met each chapter of her life with authenticity and courage. Sarah turned personal adversity into a life of purpose and impact, becoming a passionate advocate and influential voice for the MS community. Her commitment to our shared mission to find a cure for MS, along with her relentless push for change, is deeply inspiring. This book is not only a story of resilience, but a beacon of hope for every person affected by MS. --Tim Coetzee, PhD, President and CEO, National MS Society This book is a testament to resilience, courage, and unwavering determination. Sarah has turned every obstacle into fuel, proving that authenticity and strength go hand in hand. An extraordinary read from an extraordinary human being. --Dr. Ann Cabot, DO, Neurologist, Advocate, and Proud Supporter A must-read for anyone facing a mountain they believe they cannot climb. It's not about MS or being gay; it's about the human spirit refusing to give up. Sarah proves that the most extraordinary power is mental, not physical, and her tribe ensures no one fights alone. --Melissa Cook, Living with MS, Author of The Call of the Last Frontier: The True Story of a Woman's Twenty-Year Alaska Adventure Sarah's story is raw, brave, authentic, and beautifully unapologetic. Watching you step into your truth as a gay woman, a mother, and a person living with MS illustrates to your readers the power of resilience, love, and becoming. I'm endlessly proud to witness your light. --Julie A. Stamm, Living with MS, Mom, Author, and Advocate Sarah writes with a conversational style that is easy to read and draws us into her story of challenge and change. Her energy radiates from the pages as she remains positive and upbeat while realistic. She describes well what many in the LGBTQIA+ community live with during their adolescent and even early adult years. But ""coming out"" turns out not to be the only challenge Sarah faces. What is it like living with multiple sclerosis? Sarah shares that, too, because she faces many dragons on her journey. --Charmaine Jones, MD, Living with RA, Director, Dragon Claw Charity LTD (Australia)