In reflecting on the challenges of 2020-2023, the author recognizes a personal chiasm, marked by hardships but also growth and joy. Through health struggles and financial strains, significant victories emerged, symbolizing answers to prayers. The author encourages reframing experiences of loss as opportunities for deeper growth, reminding us of the support received during tough times.
Happy New Year! Yes, I realize that it is September. Even though I’ve been out of school for quite some time, the fall still feels like a new beginning to me. My brain still functions on a semester schedule, even though my schedule doesn’t look much different in June versus October. I’ve been trained through years…
I’m celebrating OT Month. And so is Ryan Gosling. (Thanks for the support, Ry!) I often think OT is the hidden gem of the rehab world. It’s focus is so broad and all-encompassing and patient-specific that at times it is hard to define. Until everyone knows, I educate one person at a time. And…
I’m on a diet. And a budget. So sometimes I think celebrating is pretty much out! I can’t get dessert or buy a new dress or drive to the beach without cutting back somewhere else. But I’m determined to celebrate in life. I thought this might be a problem until I quickly listed at 20 ways…
Adulthood doesn’t always lend itself to celebrating small accomplishments. Childhood, on the other hand, DOES! I used to celebrate, and be celebrated for, learning to write a new letter, sing a new song, perform show and tell, and perhaps the pinnacle of celebrating that occurs in childhood, but not in adulthood… using the potty! Could…
