2. Sonia Sotomayor
Sonia Sotomayor was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of seven, a moment she has described as deeply overwhelming. As a child, managing such a serious condition felt intimidating and frightening. Despite early fears, she learned discipline and self-awareness from a young age. Over time, diabetes became something she learned to live with rather than fear. Her journey shows how early diagnosis can shape resilience, even while navigating demanding careers and public scrutiny later in life.
