Vlog: When Friendship Hurts
Hi! Here's today's vlog post about when friendship hurts. I read "When Friendship Hurts," by Jan Yager, Ph.D. about a year ago and it really hit home. I learned so much from this book about when...
View ArticleVlog: Special Needs and Other Labels
There are many labels for the segment of the population with emotional, mental and physical disabilities. "Special needs" is one of them. Do you agree with this label? Do you agree with labeling any...
View ArticleVlog: Building Confidence and Friendship
Happy Monday! I hope you had a fantastic weekend! Today's vlog is about confidence and friendship. How to start building confidence, how confidence can help you make more friends, being real. I...
View ArticleVlog: Common Barriers To Participation In Society
Hi! Today's vlog post is on common barriers to getting involved in community/society. I talk about jobs, volunteering, transportation, entertainment, people's attitudes, your attitude, policies,...
View ArticleVlog: Helping a Friend Deal with Loss
I had hoped to get this vlog posted earlier, but I had to go to the doctor with a foot issue. Such is life with chronic health issues. Actually, this turned out to be an ingrown toenail. Not a huge...
View ArticleIdentity Perception Program: An Update
Hello there! I'm sorry I missed my usual Wednesday post. It was a crazy, busy day with work and doctor appointments and health maintenance. But, here I am. Today, I thought I'd give you an update...
View ArticleIdentity Perception Program: Preview Videos
Hi! Registration starts tomorrow, October 1, for my Identity Perception Program, which launches on November 1. I'm super excited to bring you this program on a subject that is very important to me....
View ArticleVlog: How To Travel With Friends
Hey there! I'm sorry I'm late. I'll have another post tomorrow to make up for it. I've had doctor's appointments and volunteering to take care of this week that has kept me away from my blog. But,...
View ArticleVlog: Remembering A Class Trip
Hello all! Today's vlog topic is on doing things on your own. It is particularly geared toward those with chronic health issues. I talk about a class trip I went on in high school. It was the first...
View ArticleVlog: Roadblocks: What Have You Come Up Against and What Did You Do About It?
This vlog post is on roadblocks, especially those pertaining to chronic health issues, mobility issues, special needs, and so on. As I mention in the video, I was my most significant barrier to...
View ArticleLiving With An Ex As Platonic Roommates: Can It Work?
Hi! Here's my latest vlog post. This time I'm talking about living with an ex-boyfriend or girlfriend as platonic roommates. I talk about what is needed for success. I also talk a bit about my...
View ArticleAdvantages of Acting on a Goal
Hi! Here is my latest vlog post, this time on the advantages of acting on a goal. Goal setting is an important part of accomplishing something you really want to do. Then comes the planning stage....
View ArticleVlog: Neighbors As Friends
Hey there! Here's my latest vlog post: Neighbors As Friends. In the video, I talk about the advantages of making friends with your neighbors. I also give tips on how to make friends. Do you know...
View ArticleVlog: Changing Friendships: Communicate and Be Fair
Hello! Happy Monday! I hope you had a great weekend. We had a game night with friends Saturday and it was a lot of fun. It's always fun to get together with our friends. We played Sequence....
View ArticleVlog: Take A Break!
Hi! Just a quick video today. We've got company coming so I'm crazy busy. But I wanted to check in and wish you a great rest of the week and weekend. This video reminds you to take a break, spend...
View ArticleHappy Halloween! Sharing Memories
Hi! Happy Halloween! I meant to post this yesterday but we've had company for almost a week, so I didn't get it done until today. Sorry! In this vlog post, I ask you to share your memories and...
View ArticleVlog: Thanksgiving and Christmas Memories
Hi! I expected to get this posted yesterday but ran into technical difficulties. I apologize for the delay. In this video, I share some Thanksgiving memories and traditions and encourage you to...
View ArticleVlog: All About Reunions
Hi! I hope you had a great weekend. We got a lot of chores done and had some fun, too, so it was nice. Today's vlog is all about reunions. Types, favorite types, memories, and how to prepare. I...
View ArticleVlog: Life Happens
Hi! This vlog post is on all those unexpected things that happen in life to change your course that often make you frustrated. Having to cancel a vacation because you are sick. Having snafus happen...
View ArticleChronic Health Issues and the Frustrations That Come With Them
Hi! I'm back. Jim and I spent the weekend with friends up in Park City, UT. That's what this vlog post is about actually. Mainly the knee problem that made me almost cancel the trip. Have you had...
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