“You will survive and find meaning in the chaos. To continue does not mean to let go. "~ Mary VanHaute I was ten years old when I discovered the truth. He didn't fall. He wasn't pushed. It wasn't an accident. He jumped. Suicide is not an easy-to-explain concept for a six-year-old and even less for her younger siblings. That's why…
When a wildebeest migrates to better pastures, it has to navigate crocodile-infested waters and lion raids. When a bird flies for the first time, it flaps its wings with strength and hope. So that a butterfly can free itself from its cocoon, it wrestles and wriggles. Starting a new company requires much more than just turning the "Open" sign on…
"The truth is you will never be able to please everyone, so stop trying. Remember, the sun will keep shining even if some people get over annoy the light in their eyes. You have full permission to shine. "~ Unknown I used to be a rebel. I was the girl at the party who rolled into a room and awestruck…
“Some people will simply reject you because you shine too brightly for them. That's okay. Keep shining. "~ Mandy Hale After I finished school, I looked forward to moving on with life. I thought about the career I had hoped for, where I wanted to live and the things I wanted to achieve. After starting as a secondary school English…
[ NOTE: This is the second track in a COVID-19 recovery series. See the first installment here.] Elsa, my 2 year old poodle, and I enjoy our routine neighborhood walks. It's gotten more common since the onset of COVID-19, and we both look forward to the fresh air, the change of scene, and connecting with the neighbors in passing (socially…
Psoriatic arthritis is a complex, chronically progressive inflammatory joint disease that can be associated with a number of extra-articular manifestations such as psoriasis. The clinical characteristic is the presence of peripheral and axial arthritis, dactylitis, enthesitis and psoriasis. Because of this complex manifestation, a holistic, multidisciplinary approach is required to successfully treat the condition. Psoriatic arthritis is regarded as seronegative…
I love music and have a number of artists on my playlist. Luciano Pavarotti, Aretha Franklin, Freddie Mercury, Stevie Wonder and Joni Mitchell sing to me regularly, their genius can be seen. But when I listen to these wonderfully talented people, one thing strikes me. They are each amazing singers, but they each have their own voices. You are brilliant…
"I've met people who are competitive and unfriendly, but when you get to know them, you realize that they are vulnerable – that skipper or reluctance is because they are furiously cycling underneath them." ~ Matthew Macfadyen It was impossible to miss the dismissive gesture and disgusting look on her face in response to my comment. "You radiate empathy", I…
Shaimaa deserves the honor of being our top contributor for the month of March. She works hard behind the scenes on Physiopedia content pages as well as on Physioplus course pages. She's the first to volunteer on assignments, always attends team meetings, and really has a passion for being a physical therapist and helping others. Shaimaa, thank you for your…
“A lot of people want to ride in the limousine with you, but they want someone to pick up the bus if the limo breaks.” ~ Oprah Winfrey “How on earth am I supposed to survive? I have no friends at all! " These were the thoughts that went through my head when I set foot in London for the…