In August 1967, when I was 10 years old, I sustained an open skull fracture with right frontal lobe damage in an automobile accident. In 1967 little was known about traumatic brain injuries or invisible disabilities. Consequently, once my external wounds healed and I looked normal the impact of the right frontal lobe, severe brain bruise with brain stem involvement became … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2018
When I Accept and Adapt to What I Can Not Change I am Happier Video Presentation
Over the past 6 or so months the YMCA, where I workout, has been going through a renovation. These renovations began in the men’s locker room in the past couple of days. During a conversation, yesterday, another member asked me what I thought about the changes in the locker room. What came to mind for me and what I shared with him was, “Accept and Adapt”. I went on to share … [Read more...]
When I Accept and Adapt to What I Can Not Change I am Much Happier
To watch and listen to the video presentation of the article, you may click on this link: When I Accept and Adapt to What I Can Not Change I am Much Happier Video Presentation Over the past 6 or so months the YMCA, where I workout, has been going through a renovation. These renovations began in the men's locker room in the past couple of days. During a conversation, … [Read more...]
I Can Change the Way I Think about My Fear (s) so I Don’t Feel Stuck
Yesterday I attended a support group meeting. When asked if anyone had a topic one individual shared that they had been struggling over the past week. The individual went on to share that as the week unfolded they realized that events had triggered some childhood fears. As members shared their experience, strength and hope I was reminded that I could change the way I think … [Read more...]