What we say and do for ourselves matters. Words matter and so does your stinking thinking. Get up and do your best! Just try! I learned very quickly that the more I gave myself a break for the things I
Grateful for so many things in my life. Presently I’m reflecting on the health care workers that took care of me Day in and day out. I’ve spent as much time in the hospital as I have out. Finally, it
Don’t ignore pain especially if it’s an emotional pain. Let yourself be vulnerable and embrace how you feel, you will feel more courageous beautiful, and worthy of being afraid. Be mindful of how you treat others, that’s how they will
My Heros Grateful for so many things in my life. Presently I’m reflecting on the health care workers that took care of me Day in and day out. I’ve spent as much time in the hospital as I have out.
Body Image (How we look at ourselves is important) and what we say or think about ourselves are even more important. When you say “I’m fat” “I’m ugly” “my leg is why nobody likes me “I can’t do anything” you
Perfect weather to bring out the shinfinTM! Because shinfinTM fins fit on your legs (not on your feet), they give you many benefits over foot flippers. Fitting benefits make them feel like a natural part of your body. More adjustable
Safety is extremely important as an amputee. No matter where you are you should always have an amputee survival kit! Here’s some ideas on how to build an Amputee survival kit. Depending on your limb loss you may need to
When my leg was amputated, I lost a lot more than just a limb. I lost so much of “me”. It squashed my confidence, took my independence, I hated myself and how I looked. It made me question why me,
How long have you been an amputee? Since December 6, 2014, a little over 7 years. How did you become an amputee? I contracted Necrotizing Fasciitis (flesh-eating disease) from a hike to South Dakota and Wyoming. Taking my leg was the only way of saving
