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Category Archives: support groups
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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Tagged support for brain injury, tbi, tbi resources
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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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” 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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“Advice For The Health Advocate Rookie” by Janice Tindle
“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. Warning: it may not be popular, but it works for … 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
“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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“Why I became an advocate for brain injury and dystonia.” By Janice Tindle
“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 for your condition.” In 2010, after I was diagnosed … 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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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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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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The Invisible Imprisonment by Janice Tindle
I lie in my bed, I can not feel it’s comfort. The iron bands, tightly wrap my forearms, My hands feel the head of the hammer. “Just lie still and remain calm.” “Breathe.” The reign of pain is on the … Continue reading
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Tagged cure, dystonia, dystonia awareness, pain, prose
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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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