live your best life – disability hacks and advice for neuropathy
The fantasy of a tropical escape from the freezing winter is what powers many people through another 4 inches of snow to shovel, or their extra long commute home from work on ice covered roads.
My husband and I love going to all-inclusive resorts in Mexico. The weather is always perfect, and we get to truly relax without having to really plan or think.
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There is no better excuse than Valentine’s Day to channel your inner Beyonce and act like the sexy goddess you are. Whether you’re planning a romantic night out, dinner with girlfriends, or a date night with Netflix & some cheap champagne, February 14th is all about looking and feeling red hot – disability, or not.
If you asked me to describe myself, disability — and CMT — wouldn’t even crack my top ten. Honestly, it might not make the list at all. I’d probably start with things like: Mom. Wife. Stepmom. Friend who shows up (with store-bought snacks — but the good ones). Over-planner. Chronic list-maker. Empty nester — which…
The Holiday Season isn’t all jingle bells and sleigh rides when you have an invisible disability. As temps begin falling and your calendar starts filling, the stress and worry about how the hell you’ll make it through it all, rears it’s Scrooge like head. Of course this time of year can be stressful for everyone. There is a ton of pressure to be merry and create picture perfect, Norman Rockwell like moments, to then post on Facebook of course.
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Being a full time leg brace wearer can be annoying & frustrating at times, but I’m grateful for them as I would not be able to do all that I can do without their help. So, when it comes to AFOS, the good definitely outweighs the bad, especially when you know hacks to make them more tolerable. What follows are 7 common Afo & orthotic problems and their solutions.
Let’s talk summer. You’ve got the cute swimsuit, a wide-brim hat that says “I brunch,” and maybe even a beach read you’ll pretend to start before getting distracted by people-watching. But if you wear an AFO or deal with foot drop, just getting to your chair can feel like navigating an obstacle course made of…
Hey, perfectly Imperfect, friends! Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the perfect excuse to indulge in some serious online shopping therapy. You know, the kind where you actually click “buy now” instead of just filling your cart with all the trendy must-haves and abandoning it later (no judgment here, though -…
Discover Anthropologie’s groundbreaking adaptive fashion collection, featuring eight reimagined bestsellers designed with input from disability advocates. This inclusive line transforms popular pieces like the Colette pants and Somerset dress with magnetic closures, adjustable lengths, and thoughtful modifications.
Do you remember those Choose Your Own Adventure (CYA) books from the 80’s 90’s? I know I’m totally dating myself but I was soooo into them (for about a minute) in between Judy Bloom books (hijacked copy of Wifey not included) & the Sweet Valley High series.
Most people don’t have to think about walking—they just walk. But for those of us living with foot drop, walking requires focus because we know from experience how just one distracted step can quickly manifest into a painful fall. Foot Drop 101 Walking with foot drop involves lifting your foot high enough to avoid dragging…