The move from your pediatric clinic to an adult clinic sometimes feels like a crash-course in self-management. Suddenly, you understand with crystal clarity why your parents insisted you take charge of your meds and treatment in high school!

Brett

Age:25

What's next:Living life full-throttle

Likes:Motorcycle racing and hanging with his family

Future Thoughts:Brett has two true loves – one takes him down the road and the other will undoubtedly take him down the aisle. In between his time on the bike and his time with his girl, Brett works as a tower crane operator.

Emily S.

Age:25

What's next:She's going to Rock CF

Likes:Drumming, speaking and raising money for a cure

Future Thoughts:“I live my life like there's no tomorrow,” says the spunky drummer from the all-grrrl rock band, Hellen. One minute with Emily and there's no denying she speaks the truth. She runs (marathons). She drums (like a fiend). She raises money (with passion). Look out, world!

Anabel & Isabel

Age:35

What's next:Two lives full of love

Likes:Sharing their stories with others

Future Thoughts:Ana and Isa, co-authors of "The Power of Two," a memoire of their experiences growing up as identical twins with cystic fibrosis, now turn their energy and attention to the next chapter in their lives. With these women, anything is possible.

Videos:

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  On My Own

  Going to school never felt so good. Lauren talks about her new rights and responsibilities as a college freshman.

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  Creating Careers

  Understanding how CF can impact your career is the first step in making good choices.

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  Taking Charge of Your Own Treatment

  Growing up means understanding that your parents were right after all!

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  Volunteering For a Cure

  He volunteers, plays sports and still finds time for a full-time job.

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  The Getaway

  Your destiny is your own. Treat it wisely.

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  Andrew

  Andrew follows his dream through college and toward the silver screen.

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  Danielle

  This double-lung transplant recipient shares an incredible story.