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The human brain astounds me! Its architecture is incredibly intricate, and each area plays a vital role in how we function. Known as the “little brain”, the cerebellum is the bump on the back-underside of the brain. And while researchers are still uncovering the complexity of the cerebellum’s design, function, and roles, it is understood...
Have you ever wondered what is like to live a life knowing that as each day passes, you might be losing some physical or mental abilities you once had? Gain perspective on this experience with this question. Think about that, I mean, really think about what that would mean to you personally.  How would your life...
Step into my shoes and walk the life I’m living and if you get as far as I am……. just maybe, you will see how strong I really am. Unknown I’ve always liked this quote and more than ever, I feel it applies to my journey directly.  As if it were meant to happen, one...
There are several institutional websites with great information on Ataxia.  For this article, I am using points from Mayo Clinic, National Ataxia Foundation, and Johns Hopkins Medicine.  I have personally attended appointments at Mayo Clinic, both in Minnesota and Arizona, and Johns Hopkins, so I am confident in using their information to form this article. ...
Ataxia is a group of neurological disorders characterized by a lack of coordination and balance.  Ataxia can present with mild to severe symptoms. Several different factors such as genetic mutations, autoimmune disorders, brain or spinal cord injuries, can bring on Ataxia. However, there are a few approaches that have the potential to lead to new...
Because we are social animals, our relationships with other people are crucial to our physical, mental, and emotional health. We can gain a sense of belonging, support, and love from positive relationships, which can assist us in overcoming obstacles in life and savoring its pleasures. The following are some suggestions for developing positive relationships and...
Are you approaching Social Security age? If so, you may be facing a difficult decision about when and how to file for benefits. It could be an important decision. If you’re like many retirees, Social Security will play a large role in your retirement funding strategy. Your decision on when and how to file will...
The National Ataxia Foundation states, “Ataxia is a degenerative disease of the nervous system. Many symptoms of Ataxia mimic those of being drunk, such as slurred speech, stumbling, falling, and incoordination. These symptoms are caused by damage to the cerebellum, the part of the brain that is responsible for coordinating movement. Ataxia treatment involves a...
Retirement is a stage of life that everyone looks forward to.  The time comes when you want to stop working and enjoy the benefits of your lifetime of hard work.  However, retirement is not just about hanging out and relaxing.  There are many considerations to think about before you make that final decision.  Below, I...
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Life rarely goes as planned. This blog is about navigating what actually happens – major disruptions, health challenges, and the quieter work of figuring out who you are through all of it. I write from inside that process. I have Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA 15), a rare neurological condition that shapes my perspective but doesn’t define this space. Some articles are personal. Some are practical. All of them are honest.

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