Share your story of how allergies have shaped your life Share Story Name * First Name Last Name Email * Name listed on website * Please choose how you would like to be displayed on the website, under the stories tab. First name First name and initial of last name In honor of someone (their name) Anonymous If sharing a story in honor of someone Please provide their name to be displayed on the website, under the stories tab. First Name Last Name Story * Please share your story of how allergies have shaped your life. Please do not include confidential or sensitive information. Consent * I consent to Allergies Shaped My Life Foundation's Privacy Statement and Website Terms and Conditions of Use I consent Thank you for sharing your story! Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “There are so many discoveries to be made in treating autoimmune diseases, and I hope to lead the way in making life better for all affected children.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “It wasn’t just inconvenient — it was isolating.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “This allergy has taught me that life doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “My desire is to be part of the solution and a bridge to more understanding surrounding the severity of food allergies.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “In many ways, my peanut allergy has been a hidden blessing.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Living with a severe allergy has taught me resilience, compassion, and the importance of preparation.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Allergies have shaped my life negatively and positively!” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Life is a journey filled with lessons from unexpected obstacles that can later be fundamental to our success.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Growing up with a peanut allergy meant that my world was full of invisible dangers.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Dealing with allergies has taught me how to advocate for myself.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “This whole experience has really taught me that challenges aren’t the end of the road.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I am determined to pursue a career in medicine and discover cures of conditions that may help shape and save the lives of others.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “May contain peanuts.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I hope needles don’t speak English.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “As I grew up with this allergy, I quickly became very independent and learned how to advocate for myself and my safety.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “Through the years, many things have changed, but my obsession with Amy’s Mac has not wavered. “ Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I have grown and learned a lot from my tree nut allergy, and now I am able to tell others about it as well.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I’m thriving socially, academically, and athletically facing challenges greater than most people in a lifetime.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I’m grateful that my food allergies have helped me to discover who I am and what I need to live healthy and strong.” Read More Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “The moment we control our fear is the moment we start living.” Read More Newer Posts Older Posts
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “There are so many discoveries to be made in treating autoimmune diseases, and I hope to lead the way in making life better for all affected children.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “It wasn’t just inconvenient — it was isolating.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “This allergy has taught me that life doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “My desire is to be part of the solution and a bridge to more understanding surrounding the severity of food allergies.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “In many ways, my peanut allergy has been a hidden blessing.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Living with a severe allergy has taught me resilience, compassion, and the importance of preparation.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Allergies have shaped my life negatively and positively!” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Life is a journey filled with lessons from unexpected obstacles that can later be fundamental to our success.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Growing up with a peanut allergy meant that my world was full of invisible dangers.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Dealing with allergies has taught me how to advocate for myself.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “This whole experience has really taught me that challenges aren’t the end of the road.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I am determined to pursue a career in medicine and discover cures of conditions that may help shape and save the lives of others.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “As I grew up with this allergy, I quickly became very independent and learned how to advocate for myself and my safety.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “Through the years, many things have changed, but my obsession with Amy’s Mac has not wavered. “ Read More
Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I have grown and learned a lot from my tree nut allergy, and now I am able to tell others about it as well.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I’m thriving socially, academically, and athletically facing challenges greater than most people in a lifetime.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “I’m grateful that my food allergies have helped me to discover who I am and what I need to live healthy and strong.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 Giordana Koutavas 9/24/23 “The moment we control our fear is the moment we start living.” Read More