Hello and welcome back to Create a Spark of Hope my friends. I am happy to have you around my table. Thank you for deciding to stop by to visit with me. For those who do not know me, my name is Craig. I created Second Chance to Live on February 6, 2007. On July 31, 2011, at the encouragement of a friend; I created a You Tube channel to share articles from Second Chance to Live … [Read more...]
Living with a Traumatic Brain Injury — Am I Being Manipulated? Impact Part 2
By Second Chance to Live
If you have not already read Part 1 of this article, please do so at this time by clicking on this link: Living with a Traumatic Brain Injury -- Am I Being Manipulated? Part 1 In my experience, I have found that pointing fingers in anyone's direction is of little value. Pointing fingers in other people's directions only keeps me feeling helpless and hopeless. Through my … [Read more...]
Living with a Traumatic Brain Injury — Am I Being Manipulated? Awareness Part 1
By Second Chance to Live
For many years, I felt alone and isolated. For a very long time I had no idea why I felt alone and isolated. Through my process, I discovered that my sense of being alone and feeling isolated stemmed from my inherent sense of shame. In Part 1 of this article, I would like to share what I have learned about shame and its effects. In Part 2, I will share how shame impacted my … [Read more...]
Fitness and Inclusion Part 2 of 2
By Second Chance to Live
Please read Part 1 for context. Thank you. Anita Lewis was also able to assist Marlee in locating a nutritionist. Marlee has started seeing a nutritionist here on the JCC campus through the Minnesota Medical and Rehabilitative Services LLC. The overall experience has helped Marlee feel part of our Jewish community. The services at the JCC help meet her needs and she is … [Read more...]
Fitness and Inclusion Part 1 of 2
By Second Chance to Live
Hello and welcome back to Second Chance to Live my friend. I am happy to see that you decided to stop by to visit with me. I think you already know but I wanted to remind you that you are always welcome around my table. One of the benefits and opportunities that I have through Second Chance to Live is that I am able to meet other people who are seeking to encourage, motivate … [Read more...]