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Getting a new diagnosis, especially one that brings life-changing challenges, can feel like you’re stepping into a world you didn’t choose.  It’s overwhelming and confusing, and you’re likely flooded with questions.  How will this impact your future?  What will it mean for your relationships, dreams, and future?  While every diagnosis journey is unique, the feelings...
Living with Ataxia isn’t easy, and no one knows this better than Martha Harlam.  Diagnosed with this progressive neurological disorder in 1988 at the age of 38, Martha’s life took a drastic turn. Now, at 69, she reflects on the challenges, losses, and unexpected blessings that have shaped her journey over the years. Martha’s story...
After I was diagnosed with Friedreich’s Ataxia at fifteen, I swore, and really believed, I would take my own life before using one. What triggered this reaction and what changed my mind? I grew up in the eighties, unaware of disability. In my family, my cousin was born with a harelip and cleft palette, but...
Take a moment throughout your day to focus on your breathing. Follow the inhale completely and smile through the exhale. Even a few minutes of mindful breathing can bring you peace. Barrie Davenport The Transformative Power of Mindful Breathing and Meditation Isn’t it all too easy to get swept up in a sea of responsibilities,...

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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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