Living and Thriving with a Traumatic Brain Injury
Congratudolences You’re Disabled
After nearly two years, multiple denials, and multiple appeals, I finally got approved for disability. Woohoo! To say it’s a relief is an understatement. While
Overcoming vs Coming to Terms with a Chronic Illness
In numerous circles lately I’ve heard people talking about “overcoming” and healing themselves from various health challenges. Many of these people claim that they can
Failing at this with a TBI
Have you felt like a failure since your traumatic brain injury (TBI)? I certainly have, so if you have, too, you’re not alone. In fact,
Grief (personified)- A Short Story
“Grief, you’re too big, too heavy, and I don’t like you,” said the woman. “You show up often and uninvited. You crowd me and weigh
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Yoga, and LoveYourBrain
When you think of concussions you might immediately think of football players, soccer players, other athletes, or military service persons. Did you think about your
Can you be happy when living with chronic illness?
Can you truly be happy when living with a debilitating chronic illness or health condition?The question came up when talking to a friend recently, when
TBI Holiday Survival Guide
The holiday season is in full swing, and for those of us who live with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and other chronic health challenges, the
Hang in there! (what NOT to say)
“Hang in there!” This is one phrase to please not ever say to me. It’s one that, unfortunately, several people have said to me even
Redefining Hope: When New TBI Challenges Arise
In 2018 I published my book, Head of Hope: A Resource & Empowerment Guide for Living & Thriving with at Traumatic Brain Injury, feeling confident
An Open Letter to Hollywood: Start Taking Traumatic Brain Injuries Seriously
An Open Letter to Hollywood: Dear Hollywood, Please start taking brain injuries seriously. Time and time again television shows and movies portray people receiving blows
Medical Trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury, and the Kitchen Sink
Today I had one of the best doctor visits I can think of in my six and a half years of living with a traumatic
TBI, Dysautonomia, and COVID-19 (oh my!)
Living with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is challenging. Add a pandemic on top of that and it’s even more so, as it is for