Personal Opinion:
Berries is not a wuss.
Berries is not a liar.
Berries is not a faker.

Berries is a mature individual who has taken careful counsel of herself and professionals. She has made sound decisions regarding her health and how to deal with a serious and REAL illness.

Berries' voices are not her own. They're real enough, but they are adversaries.

Berries is (*seeking out Roget's Thesaurus*) cherished, prized, treasured, held dear...