A lot of folks think challenges are bad and want to stay away from them. But you know what? Challenges and opportunities can be friends! When we deal with tough stuff, it helps us grow and change by trying new things we’ve never done before. Before my accident 42 years ago, at age 15, I…
Spinal cord injuries can limit a person’s mobility. It usually leads to paralysis in the arms and legs, but the equipment and tools are available for people with quadriplegia. An assistive device allows people with spinal cord injury to lead more fulfilling lives by restoring independence and function. The assistive devices for quadriplegics also reduce…
A traumatic event is a mental wound that occurs in response to an overwhelming stressful event. In addition, trauma can leave one feeling hopeless and at a loss for direction and clarity. There is no one-size-fits-all when we examine how to cope overcome a traumatic event. Everyday stressors include family problems, financial stress, minor accidents…