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Recovery Process for my Herniated Disc
The recovery process for my herniated disc has been a long one. I can’t believe I’m still dealing with symptoms nearly a year after the problem began. I fondly remember when I would fall and scrape my knee as a child. After a few days of pain, I’d be back to my normal activities.
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Reunited: A Thanksgiving Reflection on Parenting
Thanksgiving reflection on the purpose of parenting, savoring the moments, and the joy of reunification. It is worth it.
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Persisting Towards a Diagnosis: From Carpal Tunnel to a Herniated Disc
Adventures in Self-Advocacy-- The real reason my fingers were numb was a herniated disc in my spine, not carpal tunnel.
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Dressing Beautifully: Finding your Signature Item
One aspect of dressing beautifully is finding a signature item to wear that adds a personal touch to your outfits. This item should support your lifestyle, be significant to you, and make you smile.
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Recognizing Anxiety and Returning to Calm
Over the last several weeks, I’ve recognized that my anxiety has resurfaced. My mental well-being has been challenged of late through a combination of personal habits and circumstances. I want to share what I’m doing to be more aware of the presence of anxiety and how I’m addressing it.
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Five Reasons I’m Focusing on Fitness After Breast Cancer Treatment
I have been focusing on my fitness now that I’m done with breast cancer treatment. Here are five reasons that I have been exercising more after breast cancer.
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Faire Une Petite Pause- The Power of Little Breaks
Little breaks throughout our workday can help us to refocus our brains. There is a French expression- “faire une petite pause” that emphasizes the active nature of this break and reminds us that we will return to work after just a little pause.
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Caregiving Tips: Create a Recovery Basket
A recovery basket is a centralized place to keep all of the necessary supplies and medications needed during the recovery period. It is a place to keep the notes from the doctor and keep track of medicine dosing.
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Dressing Beautifully Every Day for Well-Being
One of the things that I try to do every day to support my well-being is to dress beautifully. It is a small thing that I do to support my overall well-being.
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Couples Walks: How to Stay Connected Through Challenging Times
Long couples walks are something that my husband and I do regularly each weekend. It is a way for us to stay connected through challenging times. Additionally, it helps us maintain our fitness while we’re talking through whatever is on our minds.
