Category Archives: Inspiring

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

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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

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” I didn’t give up, I finished the challenge!” by Janice Tindle 

“It’s the last day of HAWMC! Congratulations, you completed 30 days of writing! Take this last post to reflect on your health advocacy journey and set a goal for the next year. Perhaps you want to try a new platform … Continue reading

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 “Challenges & Victories” by Janice Tindle 

“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.” Challenges:🤔 🤔” The spirit of course, is … Continue reading

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Life before Disability by Janice Tindle

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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Care Page for the newly diagnosed TBI brain injury patient. by Janice Tindle 

“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 diagnosed patient and include 5 external resources you find … Continue reading

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 ” I write, therefore I am.”   by Janice Tindle 

“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 special?” The highlight of my Health Activist journey … Continue reading

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 ” I am uniquely beautiful.”     by Janice Tindle 

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 ” Please Leave The Area Immediately!”  by Janice Tindle 

“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 use to lift your spirits after a rough patch.” … Continue reading

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“Favorite Health Advocates for TBI” by Janice Tindle 

“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 decided to leave Facebook doesn’t mean I didn’t meet … Continue reading

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The White Chocolate Swan   by Janice Tindle 

The WEGOHEALTH Activist 30 Day Writing Challenge Day 13   “What’s the best thing that happened to you this week? Maybe you got great news or maybe ice cream was on sale- write about it and relive it!” She was a … Continue reading

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“My Ideal Day” by Janice Tindle 

“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 you had this day? If not – how could … Continue reading

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“I think I can…I think I can…Getting in touch with my inner Little Engine.” by Janice Tindle 

I think… I think I can be healthy again. I think I can get my life in order. I think I can become vibrant again. I think I can open my heart to new people, places and things. I think … Continue reading

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Wonder Woman by Janice Tindle 

“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 multiple versions of himself so he could get everything … Continue reading

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Dear Janice,  by Janice  Tindle 

“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 diagnosed, knowing all you do now.” Dear  Janice,  I’m … Continue reading

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Activist Writing Challenge of Never Giving Up by Janice Tindle 

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, giving up just isn’t an option. I … Continue reading

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Activist Writing by Janice Tindle 

“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? Do you finish a post in one night … Continue reading

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It’s time to endorse this blog for the WEGO HEALTH Awards! 

It’s true, it is an honor to be nominated. Now, is the time to endorse your favorite nominees! I’m so glad that this blog has received a nomination! Thank you very much! I’m humbled and grateful for the acknowledgement. Click … 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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 The Power Of Life by Janice Tindle 

The shadows cross at midnight and I am alone again, Behind a curtain of umbiguity I wait for  the sunrise. The treacherous hours where my soul cries while the dewdrops form – And quench all new life from the parched … Continue reading

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The Little Diva  by Janice Tindle

The little girl sat quietly at the window, her puppy sleeping peacefully in her lap. A phonograph record was playing loudly an opera by Verdi.  She closed her eyes and envisioned  herself as the soprano in a beautiful red velvet … Continue reading

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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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Looking Back   by Janice Tindle

I’d like go back to Before John Lennon was gunned down,  Before the Beatles broke up,  Before ticket prices were a days wage,  Before record stores went under,  And there was only one Main St.  I’d like to go back … Continue reading

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