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The Man Who Works For Something Greater Than Himself by Janice Tindle
2017 was supposed to be The Year of Me. After seven long years struggling to rebuild a new me and a new life after a 2010 car collision, I was so confident that I would have another crack at becoming … Continue reading
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Brain Injury Awareness Month, March 2017
The first time I saw a brain injury awareness video was during Brain Injury Awareness Month. I thought it was wonderful. Every year, different ones came out, and they were all wonderful . I dreamed of one day making my … Continue reading
Brain Injury, Dystonia and TIA Awareness: Year of Self-Care by Janice Tindle
This is my first blog post of 2017. I’ve declared this my “Year of Self-Care .” Last year, I got off track a bit, but it’s never too late to change, so I’m getting my rountine exams out of the … Continue reading
How To Love Someone With Dystonia by Janice Tindle
I can’t remember the last time that I gave someone a great big exuberant hug or got one. I can’t remember caresses, being held close or engaging in that enthusiastic wrist holding handshake. I can’t remember group dancing, or even … Continue reading
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#HAWMC #TBI ” The Thoughtful Vegetable, Angela Ronson’s blog” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30-Day Writing Challenge, Day 29 “Have you checked out fellow HA’s pieces for our HAWMC? Choose one of your favorites and repost it to your blog. Be sure to include a few sentences on why you love … Continue reading
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#HAWMC #Health Focus; “Challenges & Victories” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30-Day Writing Challenge,Day 28 “5 Challenges & 5 Small Victories. Make a list of the 5 most difficult parts of your health focus. Make another top 5 list for the little, good things (small victories) that keep you going.” … Continue reading
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#HAWMC #Sunday Selfie #Marriage #Caregiver
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30-Day Writing Challenge, Day 27 “Sunday Selfie: Post your favorite picture of yourself. Don’t be shy, it’s time to shine!” This is easy. My wedding day. Not a selfie. It’s my favorite picture of myself because I … Continue reading
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#HAWAC #Care Page for the newly diagnosed #TBI #brain injury patient.” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge, Day 26 “Time to use all your knowledge and experience as an HA! Create a “Care Page” for newly diagnosed patients. Pull together 5 of your own blogs that could help a newly … Continue reading
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#HAWMC “Did you just say what I think you just said?” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge, Day 23 “Say WHAT?! What’s the most ridiculous thing you’ve heard about health or your condition. Was there any context? What did you think at the time you heard it – and what … Continue reading
#HAWMC ” #TipTuesday is #Giving like a wee #philanthropist by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 39 Day Writing Challenge, Day 22 “Tip Tuesday! Have you mastered the hashtag? Figured out the Instagram algorithm? Or maybe you have a few tips to increase your blog followers. Whatever it is, share your expertise with … Continue reading
#HAWMC #TBI #Writing ” I write, therefore I am.” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30-Day Writing Challenge, Day 20 “What has been the highlight of your health activist journey? We want to hear all about it, perhaps a conference, a podcast or meeting a fellow HA. What made this experience so … Continue reading
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#HAWMC #TBT “7 Ways To Support A Loved With A Traumatic Brain Injury” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 17 “Throwback Thursday! Grab a post from your archives and repost it! Add a few sentences at the beginning to frame it. Why you chose it. Why you liked it. And why … Continue reading
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#HAWMC ” Please Leave The Area Immediately!” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 19 “Everyone has tough days, but how do you pull yourself out of the rut? Maybe you blog, repeat affirmations or listen to a favorite playlist. Write about what tools, tips or practices you … Continue reading
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#HAWMC “Advice For The Health Advocate Rookie” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 16 “Wisdom Wednesday: What advice do you have for health activists just starting out? Share your words of wisdom for all the health activist rookies out there!” Okay, here’s my opinion. … Continue reading
#HAWMC “Favorite Health Advocates for TBI” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 15 “Time to spread the love. Shout out all your favorite HA’s! Make sure to share a few sentences explaining just how grateful you are for them.” So just because I recently … Continue reading
Dear Yahoo, This may sound silly, but…by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30-Day Writing Challenge Day Day 10 “Yahoo Answers Post – Pretend you are writing a question about your condition – it can be as silly or humorous as you want. Now answer it. (Remember: Your answer can … Continue reading
#HAWMC “My Ideal Day” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 8 “Happy Hump Day! No denying life can get hectic, but let’s take a mid-week break to fantasize our ideal day! Would you go somewhere? Who would you spend it with? Have … Continue reading
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#HAWAC “I think I can…I think I can…Getting in touch with my inner Little Engine.” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30-Day Writing Challenge Day 8 ” Little Engine Post. Write a list post with 10-15 lines that start each with “I think I can…” Write 5 lines at the end that start with “I know I can.” … Continue reading
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HAWMC “Why I became an advocate for brain injury and dystonia.” By Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 7 “Was starting your advocacy journey a hard decision? Were you anxious and hesitant or were you excited and ready to share your story? Tell us how you chose to start advocating … Continue reading
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HAWMC Day 6 “Wonder Woman” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 6 “Superpower Sunday! If you had a superpower – what would it be? How would you use it?” This is easy. Do you remember the Micheal Keaton movie “Multipilicity?” He wished for … Continue reading
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#HAWMC WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 5 by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge “Are you all about 180 characters or less? Do you enjoy shooting the perfect photo? Or perhaps love sharing posts on Facebook.What’s your favorite platform to get your voice heard and why?” Sometimes … Continue reading
#HAWMC Dear Janice, by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 4 “Do you remember the day you were diagnosed? Perhaps you were scared, felt alone and surely you had tons of questions. Write a letter to yourself for the day you were … Continue reading
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#HAWMC WEGOHEALTH Activist Writing Challenge Day 3 by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist Writing Challenge Day 3 “Quotation Inspiration. Find a quote that inspires you (either positively or negatively) and free write about it for 15 minutes.” This is easy. ” I never give up.” – Janice Tindle For me, … Continue reading
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#HAWMC WEGOHEALTH Activist Writing Challenge Day 2 by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist Writing Challenge Day 2 “Every great writer has their own process! What’s the blogging process look like for you? Do you set aside time each week to write or do you wait until the inspiration hits? … Continue reading
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#HAWMC ” Why I write.” by Janice Tindle
The WEGOHEALTH Activist Writing Challenge Day 1 “What drives you to write about your health? What do you want other Health Activists to know about your condition and your activism? Reflect on this for 15-20 minutes without stopping…GO!” The thing … Continue reading
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Dear Lord, Please Grant Me Patience by Janice Tindle
Please grant me patience to deal with my brain, Because the world goes by like a loud freight train. Please grant me patience to deal with my heart, Because I can never seem to finish the projects that I start. … Continue reading
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This Blog just received a WEGO Nomination!
This blog was nominated for Best In Show: Blog! Whoo Hoo! It IS an honor to be nominated! Thank you! Here’s the description: “Whose blog do you absolutely love? Their writing is exceptional, their “voice” admirable, and their writing is … Continue reading
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7 Ways To Support A Loved One With A Traumatic Brain Injury by Janice Tindle
Author’s note: (This article was published on 5 /16/16 on themighty.com. https://themighty.com/2016/05/how-to-support-a-loved-one-with-traumatic-brain-injury/ I am the author of that article, which is now posted here. Recently, several spam sites have posted this article without my permission and neglect to credit me … Continue reading
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Ah, To Sing….To Dream. by Janice Tindle
Encore post A Singer’s Lament /Written by Janice Tindle I miss singing. When I was growing up, my mother, a professional soloist, would play arias and the standards. My grandfather, a gregarious Italian who lived next door, would play opera, … Continue reading
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Half A Loaf by Janice Tindle
Photo by Janice Tindle My husband is a plasterer, and as such he has some special acts of kindness bestowed upon him by satisfied and grateful homeowners for a job well done. We have received monetary gifts into … Continue reading
The Mosiac Of The Broken Mind by Janice Tindle
He asked me to take his hand and follow him into the deep, dark cavern of his soul. I hesitated, but he was alone and afraid to take the journey, so I paid the toll. I saw the valleys of … Continue reading
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Goodbye 2015 by Janice Tindle
As I enter into 2016, I do so with great determination, staking my claim on hope. It took five long years of hard work and great courage to meet the challenges of the devastating effects of a misdiagnosis and … Continue reading
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You Don’t Know Me by Janice Tindle
Where were you when I cried out in pain? Where were you when the heartache began? When the world moved so fast that the images were just a mass of hues And the noise made my ears bleed? Where were … Continue reading
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A Message For Those Who Have A Life Changing Disability by Janice Tindle
“I don’t think I’ll ever be happy again,” is the worst thing you can say to yourself. You WILL be happy again. Tell yourself that. You will. I promise. Maybe not all day long, but you’ll have moments. Everyday, do … Continue reading
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Tagged depression, Disability, dystonia, grief loss, hope, invisable disabilty, migraine, movement disorder, never give up, traumatic brain injury
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Dystonia Awareness by Janice Tindle
Today is May 8th. It’s Dystonia Awareness Day. I spent eight hours this week in the ER because of an overly aggressive PT appointment. The therapist had never heard of Dystonia. She was willing to help, but, she didn’t understand … Continue reading
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Tagged awareness, brain injury, chronic pain, Disability, dystonia, neurological disorders, pain, rare disease
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Three Is All You Need by Janice Tindle
Three Is All You Need by Janice Tindle. It was first published by Mainline Rehab newsletter March 2012. Then, by Fearless Caregiver #88 then Caregiver Magazine April 2015 in which they used it as the title and republished it again … Continue reading
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Last minute tax deduction – medical care fund here.
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Three Is All You Need by Janice Tindle
Three Is all You Need By Janice Tindle I’ve always been a person who likes to have her ducks in a row. And just like a good mother duck, I was constantly checking, going back when I needed to, keeping … Continue reading
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The Misunderstanding /Written by Janice Tindle
I have a traumatic brain injury and so I am misunderstood quite often. I am sure it happens to everyone. It hurts when someone misunderstands you, but it hurts even more when you apologize and they refuse to accept your … Continue reading
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