Bella is now recovering after nearly 15 years of unseen agony with chronic Lyme disease in 2012.
Along with pictures of her medical records and treatments, the American model said on social media, “The little me that suffered would be so proud of grown me for not giving up on herself.”
“Grateful to my mother for preserving all of my medical records, standing beside me, never leaving my side, protecting, supporting, but most of all, believing me through all of this,
Living in this state, worsening with time and work while trying to make myself, my family, and the people who support me, proud, had taken a toll on me in ways I can’t explain. To be that sad and sick with the most blessings, privilege, opportunity, and love around me was quite possibly the most confusing thing ever. One thing I want to express to you all is that (1) I am okay and you do not have to worry, and (2) I wouldn’t change anything for the world. If I had to go through all of this again, to get here, to this exact moment I’m in right now, with all of you, finally healthy, I would do it all again. It made me know who I am today.” Bella Hadid continued.
The 26-year-old has also provided some words of inspiration to those facing comparable challenges.
She stated: “The universe works in the most painful and beautiful ways but I need to say that if you are struggling- it will get better. I promise. take a step away, stay strong, have faith in your path, walk in your truth and the clouds will start to clear up. I have so much gratitude for and perspective on life, this 100+ days of Lyme, chronic disease, co-infection treatment, and almost 15 years of invisible suffering, was all worth it if I’m able to, God willing, have a lifetime of spreading love from a full cup and being able to truly be myself, For the first time I tried to pick the most positive pictures I could because as painful as this experience was, the outcome was the most enlightening experience of my life filled with new friends, new visions and a new brain”
