Cyndi Lauper: Inspiring Icon and Advocate
Cyndi Lauper, known for her 1983 hit “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” inspires women to embrace their true selves. Despite her upbeat persona, Lauper has struggled with psoriasis since 2010. The condition affects 8 million people in the U.S. and 125 million worldwide. Lauper described her severe flare-ups, saying, “It looked like someone threw boiling water on me.”
Lauper’s career spans four decades, earning her multiple awards and recognition as an LGBT advocate. She manages her psoriasis with holistic methods like reiki, meditation, and yoga, and found relief with Cosentyx. Lauper emphasizes self-care, advising, “It’s not a bad thing to take care of yourself.”
Through her podcast, PsO in the Know, Lauper raises awareness about psoriasis, joining celebrities like Kim Kardashian in supporting others with the condition. Her resilience and advocacy continue to inspire, reminding us of the importance of self-care and support.