You don't have to reinvent the wheel but sometimes embracing change is a hard pill to swallow. Sure a new job you'll eventually get your head around but for me I had this huge tug of war with myself when MS started to obviously affect me. I guess I thought if I stayed in denial … Continue reading Embracing change warts and all
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I conquered claustrophobia
My face was grey. I was bound to pass out at any given moment. A clammy sweat broke out on my brow. Passengers all around opened the windows. “Are you OK?” No I wasn’t. I had gotten on an express train. For about 10 years I suffered from severe claustrophobia. I couldn’t go on an … Continue reading I conquered claustrophobia
Love your Handbag – Disability Icebreakers
When you have a disability I’ve often found people are at loss of what to say as an icebreaker. Some crash and burn and some do it in style. Which are you? Favourite Icebreaker My favourite is ‘I love your handbag’. It puts me on a quest to make sure that I’ve got a funky … Continue reading Love your Handbag – Disability Icebreakers
Getting your head around things
People ask how I get my head around things when days seem dark and gloomy. I shared my insight. It’s one of many tools a Psychologist taught me when seeing them around Covid lock down days. It’s the best tip. She said to put aside 15-20 minutes every day. It is your alone time. It … Continue reading Getting your head around things
Travels with my Scooter 