Living with a disability, invisible or otherwise can leave us with many feelings. Feeling excluded, alienated, isolated and wondering if our lives really matter. In December 2009 I wrote an article and divided the article into parts: Traumatic Brain Injury — Facing Alienation and Isolation — Turning Confusion into Clarity. In the event that you are living with a disability, … [Read more...]
Celebrate What Makes You Different and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Video Presentation
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. Thank you. In life we may have people who do not or can not see the value of who and what we have to bring to the table of life. Consequently we may find ourselves shunned and excluded from groups and activities. No worries my friend. My encouragement to … [Read more...]
Living with a Disability, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Courage
By Second Chance to Live
For individuals who learn through watching and listening, I create video presentations of my articles. I have created a video presentation of this article. To watch and listen to a video presentation of this article, you may click on this link: Living with a disability and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Video Presentation Living with a disability can leave you and I … [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...]