In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. McLaughlin about living with Ulcerative proctitis. She shares her journey with discovering her illness, and how she has learned to live with her symptoms. She gives us practical advice for those who are dealing with Ulcerative proctitis.   Conversation Highlights: {01:13} Dr. McLaughlin’s journey {05:37} How Dr. McLaughlin learned to handle her symptoms.  {08:29} Recommendations for people dealing this these symptoms.  {12:03} How Dr. McLaughlin is living now {14:00} The six Ps. Pleasure – Purpose – Pride – Product – Practice - A Pearl of wisdom   Resources: Dr. McLaughlin’s website:  https://www.mindlull.com betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. McLaughlin about living with Ulcerative proctitis. She shares her journey with discovering her illness, and how she has learned to live with her symptoms. She gives us practical advice for those who are dealing with Ulcerative proctitis. Conversation Highlights: {01:13} Dr. McLaughlin’s journey {05:37} How Dr. McLaughlin learned to handle her symptoms.  {08:29} Recommendations for people dealing this these symptoms.  {12:03} How Dr. McLaughlin is living now {14:00} The six Ps. Pleasure – Purpose – Pride – Product – Practice - A Pearl of wisdom Resources: Dr. McLaughlin’s website:  <a href="https://www.mindlull.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mindlull.com</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Dr. McLaughlin on living with Ulcerative proctitis

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. Evka about her journey with Hypercalcemia. She shares how she discovered she had Hypercalcemia and how she has learned to live with it. In this episode, you will learn about the treatments for Hypercalcemia.   Conversation Highlights: {01:54} Welcome Dr. Evka {02:48} Dr. Evka’s journey with Hypercalcemia {05:00} Discovering she had Hypercalcemia and learning to live with it {18:12} How she is treating Hypercalcemia {21:30} how this led her to advocate for others {24:35} The six Ps. Pleasure – Purpose – Pride – Product – Practice - A Pearl of wisdom   Resources: betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. Evka about her journey with Hypercalcemia. She shares how she discovered she had Hypercalcemia and how she has learned to live with it. In this episode, you will learn about the treatments for Hypercalcemia. Conversation Highlights: {01:54} Welcome Dr. Evka {02:48} Dr. Evka’s journey with Hypercalcemia {05:00} Discovering she had Hypercalcemia and learning to live with it {18:12} How she is treating Hypercalcemia {21:30} how this led her to advocate for others {24:35} The six Ps. Pleasure – Purpose – Pride – Product – Practice - A Pearl of wisdom Resources: <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Dr. Evka on living with Hypercalcemia

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with an African American family with two sons who were born with Cystic Fibrosis. They share the story of learning their children had CF, and what life is like in a family with CF.   Conversation Highlights: {01:32} Meet our guest {04:25} The journey with Cystic Fibrosis {15:18} Raising children with Cystic Fibrosis {35:15} The six Ps. Pleasure – Purpose – Pride – Product – Practice - A Pearl of wisdom   Resources: The Judkins CF Foundation link:  https://fightcf.cff.org/site/TR;jsessionid=00000000.app202a?px=4935803&amp;pg=personal&amp;fr_id=9008&amp;s_src=boundlessfundraising&amp;s_subsrc=bfAphSmsPfMsg&amp;NONCE_TOKEN=309693393B36D1780807CFBEEB062F5F   TJ's book:   https://www.amazon.com/Boy-CF-Story-Acceptance-Endurance/dp/163308518X betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with an African American family with two sons who were born with Cystic Fibrosis. They share the story of learning their children had CF, and what life is like in a family with CF. Conversation Highlights: {01:32} Meet our guest {04:25} The journey with Cystic Fibrosis {15:18} Raising children with Cystic Fibrosis {35:15} The six Ps. Pleasure – Purpose – Pride – Product – Practice - A Pearl of wisdom Resources: The Judkins CF Foundation link: <a href="https://fightcf.cff.org/site/TR;jsessionid=00000000.app202a?px=4935803&amp;pg=personal&amp;fr_id=9008&amp;s_src=boundlessfundraising&amp;s_subsrc=bfAphSmsPfMsg&amp;NONCE_TOKEN=309693393B36D1780807CFBEEB062F5F" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> https://fightcf.cff.org/site/TR;jsessionid=00000000.app202a?px=4935803&amp;pg=personal&amp;fr_id=9008&amp;s_src=boundlessfundraising&amp;s_subsrc=bfAphSmsPfMsg&amp;NONCE_TOKEN=309693393B36D1780807CFBEEB062F5F</a>   TJ's book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Boy-CF-Story-Acceptance-Endurance/dp/163308518X" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.amazon.com/Boy-CF-Story-Acceptance-Endurance/dp/163308518X</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

TJ and Tremmel on Living with Cystic Fibrosis

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Gary, a father of a sixteen-year-old daughter with autism. He talks about raising Monica, and how he has learned to adapt his passion for exercise to create a program to help his daughter. Conversation Highlights: {01:25} Gary’s story {05:25} Getting a diagnosis of autism and learning how to function as a family {10:37} Life today at the age of 16 {13:14} Writing a book {15:20} How exercise helps, training sessions ideas {21:52} Online Training {27:31} The Six Ps Resources: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000621924877 Instagram gary_martinez_jr Tik Tok garymartinezjr2017 YouTube Gary Martinez Jr Read his book here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:097dd7bc-ca97-335b-ad4e-e8862c6aa9d0   betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Gary, a father of a sixteen-year-old daughter with autism. He talks about raising Monica, and how he has learned to adapt his passion for exercise to create a program to help his daughter. Conversation Highlights: {01:25} Gary’s story {05:25} Getting a diagnosis of autism and learning how to function as a family {10:37} Life today at the age of 16 {13:14} Writing a book {15:20} How exercise helps, training sessions ideas {21:52} Online Training {27:31} The Six Ps Resources: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000621924877" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000621924877</a> Instagram gary_martinez_jr Tik Tok garymartinezjr2017 YouTube Gary Martinez Jr Read his book here: <a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:097dd7bc-ca97-335b-ad4e-e8862c6aa9d0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:097dd7bc-ca97-335b-ad4e-e8862c6aa9d0</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Raising Monica - A father's story on Autism

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Fred about surviving having his heart stopped multiple times and learning to advocate for himself. Fred shares his journey to becoming healthy and how he has helped others do the same.   Conversation Highlights: {01:17} Fred’s story {05:43} Pushing back when people say “no” {07:17} Traumatic Brain Injury {09:44} When your heart stops {19:55} Life today {22:53} Helping others, moving forward, and getting healthy {38:58} The Six Ps   Resources: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Frepeatedlydf%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3vhIcnmwexg0hY0E6dcCFO9DUUtS7r4mnNWAoM6VMNMyiD6URpWYC3TFs&amp;h=AT1jHvlI-wgzWFzU90CErt4g6NCde8GrE9SQUQmpLOAsH44Hn_DgGBUA5Mx20Tg0AN5jREs6iz4iZsTBlgXh8gU4y0iu7PDQD9Jacfc07nJ8qZ4LJITyElzFDptslzHoQXD6Ag   betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Fred about surviving having his heart stopped multiple times and learning to advocate for himself. Fred shares his journey to becoming healthy and how he has helped others do the same. Conversation Highlights: {01:17} Fred’s story {05:43} Pushing back when people say “no” {07:17} Traumatic Brain Injury {09:44} When your heart stops {19:55} Life today {22:53} Helping others, moving forward, and getting healthy {38:58} The Six Ps Resources: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Frepeatedlydf%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3vhIcnmwexg0hY0E6dcCFO9DUUtS7r4mnNWAoM6VMNMyiD6URpWYC3TFs&amp;h=AT1jHvlI-wgzWFzU90CErt4g6NCde8GrE9SQUQmpLOAsH44Hn_DgGBUA5Mx20Tg0AN5jREs6iz4iZsTBlgXh8gU4y0iu7PDQD9Jacfc07nJ8qZ4LJITyElzFDptslzHoQXD6Ag" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Frepeatedlydf%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3vhIcnmwexg0hY0E6dcCFO9DUUtS7r4mnNWAoM6VMNMyiD6URpWYC3TFs&amp;h=AT1jHvlI-wgzWFzU90CErt4g6NCde8GrE9SQUQmpLOAsH44Hn_DgGBUA5Mx20Tg0AN5jREs6iz4iZsTBlgXh8gU4y0iu7PDQD9Jacfc07nJ8qZ4LJITyElzFDptslzHoQXD6Ag</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Fred on dying and living with Vtach and TBI 

In today’s Episode Janice Brown talks with her youngest guest so far! Lalia shares her story of having a brain injury that led to her having a stroke. Her best friend Cate stood with her through her journey of recovery. Lalia and Cate explain how they were inspired to start a clothing company to help other young teens recovering from injuries.   Conversation Highlights: {01:00} Lalia’s story {03:24} Cate’s story {04:23} Being a rehab outpatient {05:15} starting a clothing company {07:40} Giving back to the children’s hospital {11:00} Six Ps   Resources: lateclothingla.com betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode Janice Brown talks with her youngest guest so far! Lalia shares her story of having a brain injury that led to her having a stroke. Her best friend Cate stood with her through her journey of recovery. Lalia and Cate explain how they were inspired to start a clothing company to help other young teens recovering from injuries. Conversation Highlights: {01:00} Lalia’s story {03:24} Cate’s story {04:23} Being a rehab outpatient {05:15} starting a clothing company {07:40} Giving back to the children’s hospital {11:00} Six Ps Resources: <a href="https://lateclothingla.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">lateclothingla.com</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

From sustaining a TBI to becoming a clothing designer, Lalia and Cate's story

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Tateisha who was born with congenital glaucoma. Taneisha talks about growing up and attending school with vision problems. She also shares her journey as a mother of triplets, and a daughter who also has congenital glaucoma.   Conversation Highlights: {00:43} Tateisha’s story {01:48} Growing up with vision problems {02:40} Going to school with vision problems {04:57} Going to school with a goal to help people {07:32} Helping businesses be accessible to people with disabilities {09:04} Raising triples, with one child that has congenital Glaucoma {10:57} Programs Tateisha’s daughter has access to {13:28} Looking to the future {17:00} The six Ps     Resources: https://triplet3345.wixsite.com/thetripletconnecti-1 BESB is a service for the blind offered by the state of CT. Anyone who is blind is encouraged to find a similar resource offered by their state and/or city/town:  Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (ct.gov)   H.E.R. Story, Healed, Empowered, Resilient.  Anthology by Carolyn Wilson  H.E.R.Story Anthology: Healed, Empowered, Resilient - Kindle edition by WIlson, Carolyn, Chisolm, Darieth. Self-Help Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.  Taneisha is one of the women in the book who shares her story of healing, empowerment, and resilience.   betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Tateisha who was born with congenital glaucoma. Taneisha talks about growing up and attending school with vision problems. She also shares her journey as a mother of triplets, and a daughter who also has congenital glaucoma. Conversation Highlights: {00:43} Tateisha’s story {01:48} Growing up with vision problems {02:40} Going to school with vision problems {04:57} Going to school with a goal to help people {07:32} Helping businesses be accessible to people with disabilities {09:04} Raising triples, with one child that has congenital Glaucoma {10:57} Programs Tateisha’s daughter has access to {13:28} Looking to the future {17:00} The six Ps Resources: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftriplet3345.wixsite.com%2Fthetripletconnecti-1%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR22rzSEbWqmezW4fvGVNk9aV4clE_AMBpa7UJUkCVkPyDV90jXWFAljVbM&amp;h=AT1jHvlI-wgzWFzU90CErt4g6NCde8GrE9SQUQmpLOAsH44Hn_DgGBUA5Mx20Tg0AN5jREs6iz4iZsTBlgXh8gU4y0iu7PDQD9Jacfc07nJ8qZ4LJITyElzFDptslzHoQXD6Ag" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://triplet3345.wixsite.com/thetripletconnecti-1</a> BESB is a service for the blind offered by the state of CT. Anyone who is blind is encouraged to find a similar resource offered by their state and/or city/town: <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/AgingandDisability/Content-Pages/Bureaus/Bureau-of-Education-and-Services-for-the-Blind" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (ct.gov)</a>   H.E.R. Story, Healed, Empowered, Resilient.  Anthology by Carolyn Wilson <a href="https://www.amazon.com/H-R-Story-Anthology-Empowered-Resilient-ebook/dp/B09Q2G6VJL" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> H.E.R.Story Anthology: Healed, Empowered, Resilient - Kindle edition by WIlson, Carolyn, Chisolm, Darieth. Self-Help Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.</a>  Taneisha is one of the women in the book who shares her story of healing, empowerment, and resilience. <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Living with Congenital Glaucoma, Tateisha's story

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Suzanne about her journey with a traumatic Brain Injury. After surviving a horrific car accident, Suzanne had to learn how to advocate for herself, and retrain her brain. She now works as a hospitality promoter and is excited about what the future holds. She shares her story with us. Conversation Highlights: {01:46} Suzanne’s story {09:27} Missed early diagnoses and intervention {11:16} Becoming comfortable with advocating for herself {13:41} Working with a neurologist {16:58} Becoming independent again {23:40} Looking to the future {26:41} Working as a writer and hospitality promoter {28:55} The six Ps. Purpose, Pleasure, Pride, Practice, Product, Pear of Wisdom.   Resources: www.highrisetourism.com betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Suzanne about her journey with a traumatic Brain Injury. After surviving a horrific car accident, Suzanne had to learn how to advocate for herself, and retrain her brain. She now works as a hospitality promoter and is excited about what the future holds. She shares her story with us. Conversation Highlights: {01:46} Suzanne’s story {09:27} Missed early diagnoses and intervention {11:16} Becoming comfortable with advocating for herself {13:41} Working with a neurologist {16:58} Becoming independent again {23:40} Looking to the future {26:41} Working as a writer and hospitality promoter {28:55} The six Ps. Purpose, Pleasure, Pride, Practice, Product, Pear of Wisdom. Resources: <a href="http://www.highrisetourism.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.highrisetourism.com</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Writer and traveler living with the sequelae of a TBI, Suzanne's story

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Kellina Powell about being a black deaf woman in America. Kellina shares her story of a medical mistake that left her deaf. Kellina grew up deaf and has become very active on social media, helping others to be user-friendly for deaf people.   Conversation Highlights: {00:50} Kellina’s story {07:40} Life as a deaf child {10:20} Life as a deaf highschooler {13:48} Devices Kellina uses {15:13} Life today as a deaf woman {21:21} What the future looks like {24:08} The Six Ps   Resources: Kellina's website: Coach | Mental Health Coach (kellinaempowerment.com) Show notes: Kellina's e-mail address: Kellinaempowerment.com IG: Deafqueenboss, Twitter: cutiekellina Face Mask that she uses: https://amwy.me/8FXP6xkUQ betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Kellina Powell about being a black deaf woman in America. Kellina shares her story of a medical mistake that left her deaf. Kellina grew up deaf and has become very active on social media, helping others to be user-friendly for deaf people. Conversation Highlights: {00:50} Kellina’s story {07:40} Life as a deaf child {10:20} Life as a deaf highschooler {13:48} Devices Kellina uses {15:13} Life today as a deaf woman {21:21} What the future looks like {24:08} The Six Ps Resources: Kellina's website: <a href="https://www.kellinaempowerment.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Coach | Mental Health Coach (kellinaempowerment.com)</a> Show notes: Kellina's e-mail address: <a href="http://Kellinaempowerment.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kellinaempowerment.com</a> IG: Deafqueenboss, Twitter: cutiekellina Face Mask that she uses: <a href="https://amwy.me/8FXP6xkUQ" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://amwy.me/8FXP6xkUQ</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Navigating social media for the Hard of Hearing, Kellina Powell's story

Martha Lang

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Martha Lang about her life with HIV. She tells the story of receiving devastating news in the late 1980s. and then learning to live with the disease. She shares how her body has been affected, and how she works as an advocate for others.   Conversation Highlights: {02:20} Martha’s story of HIV {09:49} Teaching other people {17:07} Three things that happened to her body when Martha got AIDS {21:03} Dealing with COVID {29:30} Martha’s writings {34:36} Six Ps {48:30} Troublemaker Award     Resources: Martha's book that can be found on Amazon -  Hope in Times of Plague: Introduction - Kindle edition by Lang Ph.D. , Martha E. . Professional &amp; Technical Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.   The software she uses to organize her life: ClickUp.com   betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Martha Lang about her life with HIV. She tells the story of receiving devastating news in the late 1980s. and then learning to live with the disease. She shares how her body has been affected, and how she works as an advocate for others. Conversation Highlights: {02:20} Martha’s story of HIV {09:49} Teaching other people {17:07} Three things that happened to her body when Martha got AIDS {21:03} Dealing with COVID {29:30} Martha’s writings {34:36} Six Ps {48:30} Troublemaker Award Resources: Martha's book that can be found on Amazon -  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Times-Plague-Martha-Ph-D-ebook/dp/B09PKK3P4K" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Hope in Times of Plague: Introduction - Kindle edition by Lang Ph.D. , Martha E. . Professional &amp; Technical Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.</a> The software she uses to organize her life: <a href="http://ClickUp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ClickUp.com</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Martha Lang, PhD on living with HIV

A podcast that features the lives of those persons with a disability who are living their lives to their fullest

In today’s Episode Janice Brown talks with Dr. Mercado about her life with ADHD. She tells her story of life through elementary, high school, and college with undiagnosed ADHD. She gives hope as she explains her life as a doctor with ADHD.   Conversation Highlights: {00:53} Introduction to Dr. Mercado and her journey {09:19} Life today as a Dr. with ADHD {16:08} What Dr. Mercado does today to thrive {24:08} Advice for the average adult with ADHD {33:30} The six Ps   Resources: Dr. Mercado's website: www.adhd-lifecoach.com Dr. Mercado's podcast - The Overachievewithadhd's Podcast - Beyond ADHD A Physician's Perspective Podcast Dr. Mercado's Facebook Group: Beyond ADHS: A Phsycian's Perspective Dr. Marcando's TikTok account: @doctor_adhd_coach Information for families and individuals living with ADHD: www.additudemag.com The tapping solution, a form of meditation: The Tapping Solution (EFT): How To Get Started   betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode Janice Brown talks with Dr. Mercado about her life with ADHD. She tells her story of life through elementary, high school, and college with undiagnosed ADHD. She gives hope as she explains her life as a doctor with ADHD. Conversation Highlights: {00:53} Introduction to Dr. Mercado and her journey {09:19} Life today as a Dr. with ADHD {16:08} What Dr. Mercado does today to thrive {24:08} Advice for the average adult with ADHD {33:30} The six Ps Resources: Dr. Mercado's website: <a href="http://www.adhd-lifecoach.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.adhd-lifecoach.com</a> Dr. Mercado's podcast - The Overachievewithadhd's Podcast - Beyond ADHD A Physician's Perspective Podcast Dr. Mercado's Facebook Group: Beyond ADHS: A Phsycian's Perspective Dr. Marcando's TikTok account: @doctor_adhd_coach Information for families and individuals living with ADHD: <a href="http://www.additudemag.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.additudemag.com</a> The tapping solution, a form of meditation: <a href="https://www.thetappingsolution.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Tapping Solution (EFT): How To Get Started</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Dr. Mercado, Family Medicine Physician on living with ADHD

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with a mother of a child with Sensory Processing Disorder. She talks about the process of getting a diagnosis, learning about the disorder, and finding help for her son.   Conversation Highlights: {01:45} The journey {02:25} What is Sensory Processing Disorder? {06:36} Finding help {16:20} Dietary changes {25:18} Interactive Metronome {30:17} How puberty affected the disorder {37:07} Her son today {45:54} The six Ps.     Resources: Cheryl@cherylboyles.com https://linkedin.com/in/cherylboyles https://facebook.com/group/trulyricherwoman www.cherylboyles.com  www.interactivemetronome.com   betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with a mother of a child with Sensory Processing Disorder. She talks about the process of getting a diagnosis, learning about the disorder, and finding help for her son. Conversation Highlights: {01:45} The journey {02:25} What is Sensory Processing Disorder? {06:36} Finding help {16:20} Dietary changes {25:18} Interactive Metronome {30:17} How puberty affected the disorder {37:07} Her son today {45:54} The six Ps. Resources: <a href="mailto:Cheryl@cherylboyles.com" rel="noopener">Cheryl@cherylboyles.com</a> <a href="https://linkedin.com/in/cherylboyles" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://linkedin.com/in/cherylboyles</a> https://<a href="http://www.facebook.com/group/trulyricherwoman" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/group/trulyricherwoman</a> <a href="http://www.cherylboyles.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cherylboyles</a>.com <a href="http://www.interactivemetronome.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> www.interactivemetronome.com</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

A Mother's perspective on raising a child with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Anima, an artist living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. She explains the difficulty of getting diagnosed and learning to live with a disease that has no cure.   Conversation Highlights: {01:13} Anima’s journey {02:50} What is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome? {03:56} How Anima’s became sick {11:47} Getting diagnosed {13:16} Managing day to day {16:23} Triggers {18:26} Heart Break Syndrome {21:48} How the experiences have affected Anima’s ART {37:00} Three Ps. Purpose, Pleasure, and Pride     Resources: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79917.Crowds_and_Power   https://vitruvianvision.com/   betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Anima, an artist living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. She explains the difficulty of getting diagnosed and learning to live with a disease that has no cure. Conversation Highlights: {01:13} Anima’s journey {02:50} What is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome? {03:56} How Anima’s became sick {11:47} Getting diagnosed {13:16} Managing day to day {16:23} Triggers {18:26} Heart Break Syndrome {21:48} How the experiences have affected Anima’s ART {37:00} Three Ps. Purpose, Pleasure, and Pride Resources: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79917.Crowds_and_Power" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79917.Crowds_and_Power</a> <a href="https://vitruvianvision.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://vitruvianvision.com/</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Anima the Visual Artist - Living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome

Living with Chronic Pain In today’s episode, Janice Brown talks with Serita Valmond about pain management and chronic pain. Janice and Serita talk about using supplements, diet, exercise, and other tools to help deal with pain.   Conversation Highlights: {02:40} Story of Serita Valmond {22:29} Diet and pain management {23:30} The pieces of pain management and the time it took to incorporate into everyday life {32:15} Pain management improvement from accident to today {34:15} Using supplements {40:15} Primary care providers and their knowledge of pain management {47:30} living with an invisible disability {51:00} Product- Practice- Purl of wisdom- Purpose- Pleasure and Pride.     Resources: Instagram @Iamchronicallyresilient. To read the book "The Comeback Anthology", in which she authored a chapter email her directly at goalchasers2020@gmail.com.   betterhealthandrehab.com

Living with Chronic Pain In today’s episode, Janice Brown talks with Serita Valmond about pain management and chronic pain. Janice and Serita talk about using supplements, diet, exercise, and other tools to help deal with pain. Conversation Highlights: {02:40} Story of Serita Valmond {22:29} Diet and pain management {23:30} The pieces of pain management and the time it took to incorporate into everyday life {32:15} Pain management improvement from accident to today {34:15} Using supplements {40:15} Primary care providers and their knowledge of pain management {47:30} living with an invisible disability {51:00} Product- Practice- Purl of wisdom- Purpose- Pleasure and Pride. Resources: Instagram @Iamchronicallyresilient. To read the book "The Comeback Anthology", in which she authored a chapter email her directly at <a href="mailto:goalchasers2020@gmail.com" rel="noopener">goalchasers2020@gmail.com</a>. <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Living with the Silent Disability of Chronic Pain

Leslie Green

In today’s episode, Janice Brown talks with Leslie Green about her health journey that led to limb loss. Leslie found education helped her find healing and purpose. Now she shares her education with both doctors and amputees.     Conversation Highlights: {01:00} Leslie’s story {19:39} Leslie’s career experience and education led to healing and finding purpose. {26:30} Choosing your attitude and being with other amputees and developing communities {44:54} Education for everyone. The growth and future of amputee communities {47:39} Statistics {57:05} The invisible disability {1:02:38} The three Ps   Contact Leslie Green legreen@Hanger.com 952-221-5186   Resources: Daily Motivational Emails Weekly Podcast based on issues/topics of interest Peer mentor program Amputee Resource Educational Communities (Monday-Friday, and Sunday pm)    BALANCED Spanish Amputee Community The FIRST Monday of the month –STARTING JANUARY 3rd–11-12:00 pm central time (12-1:00 pm eastern time; 10-11:00 am mountain time, 9-10:00 am pacific time) zone on Zoom. Come and discuss issues related to living with limb loss and limb difference—a Spanish interpreter is present.     Monday – BALANCED BILATERALS–  –10-11:00 am central time (11-12:00 pm eastern time; 9-10:00 am mountain time, 8-9:00 am pacific time) zone on Zoom     Monday—BALANCED Diabetics— –7-8:00 pm central time (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) zone on ZoomCome and discuss issues related to living with limb loss and diabetes Tuesday – BALANCED WOUND, CHARCOT, AND PARTIAL AMPUTATION –  10-11:00 am central time (11-12:00 pm eastern, 9-10:00 am  mountain, 8-9:00 am pacific time)  on ZoomCome and discuss issues related to living with chronic wounds, and Partial amputations    Tuesday—BALANCE— –7-8:00 pm central time (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) zone on Zoom Wednesday BALANCE AND BEYOND (surgery to year one)—  10:00-11:00 am central time11-12:00 am eastern time; 9-10:00 am mountain time, 8-9:00 am pacific time) zone on Zoom  Wednesday BALANCED WOMEN—3-4:00 pm  central  (4-5:00 pm eastern, 2-3:00 mountain, 1-2:00pm pacific) on Zoom  Wednesday BALANCED MEN— meet from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) time zone on Zoom Thursday BALANCED MIDWEEK—need a break?  Join us for some laughter and light-hearted conversation in your day. This group meets from 10-11:00 am central (11-12:00 pm eastern, 9-10:00 am mountain, 8-9:00 am pacific time) on Zoom  Thursday BALANCE TOGETHER—the group for spouses, family members, and friends will meet from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) time  Friday BALANCE  UP—An amputee community for those living with upper extremity amputations and limb differences.  This group meets from 10:00-11:00 am central (11:00-12:00 pm eastern time; 9:00-10:00 am mountain time, 8:00-9:00 am pacific time) time zone on Zoom Sunday Balanced Beginners Pediatric Community—An amputee community for youth and parents who have a limb difference.  Youth of this group meet from 6:30-7:00 pm and the parents   meet  from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time)time zone on Zoom Sunday BALANCED Conversations—Come gather together for some casual conversations, and a chance to be focused on the week ahead.  We will meet from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) time zone on Zoom Sunday  Balanced Beginners Pediatric Community—An amputee community for youth and parents who have a limb difference.  Youth of this group meet from 6:30-7:00 pm and the parents   meet  from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time)time zone on Zoom    betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s episode, Janice Brown talks with Leslie Green about her health journey that led to limb loss. Leslie found education helped her find healing and purpose. Now she shares her education with both doctors and amputees.   Conversation Highlights: {01:00} Leslie’s story {19:39} Leslie’s career experience and education led to healing and finding purpose. {26:30} Choosing your attitude and being with other amputees and developing communities {44:54} Education for everyone. The growth and future of amputee communities {47:39} Statistics {57:05} The invisible disability {1:02:38} The three Ps Contact Leslie Green legreen@Hanger.com 952-221-5186 Resources: Daily Motivational Emails Weekly Podcast based on issues/topics of interest Peer mentor program Amputee Resource Educational Communities (Monday-Friday, and Sunday pm) <ul> <li>BALANCED Spanish Amputee Community The FIRST Monday of the month –STARTING JANUARY 3rd–11-12:00 pm central time (12-1:00 pm eastern time; 10-11:00 am mountain time, 9-10:00 am pacific time) zone on Zoom. Come and discuss issues related to living with limb loss and limb difference—a Spanish interpreter is present.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Monday – BALANCED BILATERALS–  –10-11:00 am central time (11-12:00 pm eastern time; 9-10:00 am mountain time, 8-9:00 am pacific time) zone on Zoom</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Monday—BALANCED Diabetics— –7-8:00 pm central time (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) zone on ZoomCome and discuss issues related to living with limb loss and diabetes</li> <li>Tuesday – BALANCED WOUND, CHARCOT, AND PARTIAL AMPUTATION –</li> </ul> 10-11:00 am central time (11-12:00 pm eastern, 9-10:00 am  mountain, 8-9:00 am pacific time)  on ZoomCome and discuss issues related to living with chronic wounds, and Partial amputations <ul> <li>Tuesday—BALANCE— –7-8:00 pm central time (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) zone on Zoom</li> <li>Wednesday BALANCE AND BEYOND (surgery to year one)—</li> </ul> 10:00-11:00 am central time11-12:00 am eastern time; 9-10:00 am mountain time, 8-9:00 am pacific time) zone on Zoom <ul> <li>Wednesday BALANCED WOMEN—3-4:00 pm  central</li> </ul> (4-5:00 pm eastern, 2-3:00 mountain, 1-2:00pm pacific) on Zoom <ul> <li>Wednesday BALANCED MEN— meet from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) time zone on Zoom</li> <li>Thursday BALANCED MIDWEEK—need a break?</li> </ul> Join us for some laughter and light-hearted conversation in your day. This group meets from 10-11:00 am central (11-12:00 pm eastern, 9-10:00 am mountain, 8-9:00 am pacific time) on Zoom <ul> <li>Thursday BALANCE TOGETHER—the group for spouses, family members, and friends will meet from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) time </li> <li>Friday BALANCE  UP—An amputee community for those living with upper extremity amputations and limb differences.  This group meets from 10:00-11:00 am central (11:00-12:00 pm eastern time; 9:00-10:00 am mountain time, 8:00-9:00 am pacific time) time zone on Zoom</li> <li>Sunday Balanced Beginners Pediatric Community—An amputee community for youth and parents who have a limb difference.  Youth of this group meet from 6:30-7:00 pm and the parents   meet  from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time)time zone on Zoom</li> <li>Sunday BALANCED Conversations—Come gather together for some casual conversations, and a chance to be focused on the week ahead.  We will meet from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time) time zone on Zoom</li> <li>Sunday  Balanced Beginners Pediatric Community—An amputee community for youth and parents who have a limb difference.  Youth of this group meet from 6:30-7:00 pm and the parents   meet  from 7-8:00 pm central (8-9:00 pm eastern time; 6-7:00 pm mountain time, 5-6:00 pm pacific time)time zone on Zoom</li> </ul> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Lifelong educator with bilateral lower extremity limb loss, the story of Leslie Green

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. Payne about his journey with MS. Taking huge jumps literally and figuratively to find purpose in life when living with a chronic illness. Conversation Highlights: {01:33} The journey of Dr. Payne {14:14} Stress and the affects on MS {22:25} Health Coaches {25:07} The modes that we work in {28:00} Empathy, honest and support people {32:20} Lifting yourself up from your low point {40:53} Adaptive sports {48:25} Finding your tribe and purpose {51:45} The 3 Ps     Resources: yourlifelivedwell.com betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. Payne about his journey with MS. Taking huge jumps literally and figuratively to find purpose in life when living with a chronic illness. Conversation Highlights: {01:33} The journey of Dr. Payne {14:14} Stress and the affects on MS {22:25} Health Coaches {25:07} The modes that we work in {28:00} Empathy, honest and support people {32:20} Lifting yourself up from your low point {40:53} Adaptive sports {48:25} Finding your tribe and purpose {51:45} The 3 Ps Resources: <a href="http://yourlifelivedwell.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">yourlifelivedwell.com</a> <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

Skydiving with MS, Dr. Payne's journey: Episode 14

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with author Sheila Preston Fitzgerald about her amputation. Sheila lost her leg in a vehicle accident. While at first, it looked as though her leg had been saved, after a year it had to be amputated. Sheila talks about learning how to adjust to her life, dealing with narcotics, and learning to let people help her. She also talks about creating a new life that you can be proud of.   Conversation Highlights: {00:41} The story of Sheila losing her leg {07:00} How Sheila finds her strength in God {08:24} Getting MERSA {12:28} Navigating the new world of needing to learn about the scientific parts of amputee life {14:50} Dealing with Narcotics and letting people help you {18:37} Using crutches {22:30} Creating a new life you can be proud of {34:25} Using writing to work though her emotions {36:40} The Future looks good {42:55} The 3 Ps     Resources: www.OneFootInHeavenOnline.com - this is Sheila's website where you can read more about Shelia’s story, download the first 2 chapters of her book, and purchase her book or hire her for a speaking engagement.    https://www.stumpbutter.com - this is the product Sheila uses to help maintain moisture and skin integrity of her amputated limb, a necessary part of limb loss care when using a prosthesis.    betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with author Sheila Preston Fitzgerald about her amputation. Sheila lost her leg in a vehicle accident. While at first, it looked as though her leg had been saved, after a year it had to be amputated. Sheila talks about learning how to adjust to her life, dealing with narcotics, and learning to let people help her. She also talks about creating a new life that you can be proud of. Conversation Highlights: {00:41} The story of Sheila losing her leg {07:00} How Sheila finds her strength in God {08:24} Getting MERSA {12:28} Navigating the new world of needing to learn about the scientific parts of amputee life {14:50} Dealing with Narcotics and letting people help you {18:37} Using crutches {22:30} Creating a new life you can be proud of {34:25} Using writing to work though her emotions {36:40} The Future looks good {42:55} The 3 Ps Resources: <a href="http://www.onefootinheavenonline.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.OneFootInHeavenOnline.com</a> - this is Sheila's website where you can read more about Shelia’s story, download the first 2 chapters of her book, and purchase her book or hire her for a speaking engagement.  <a href="https://www.stumpbutter.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.stumpbutter.com</a> - this is the product Sheila uses to help maintain moisture and skin integrity of her amputated limb, a necessary part of limb loss care when using a prosthesis.  <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

From Below the Knee Amputee to Author with Sheila Preston Fitzgerald

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks about the importance of resiliency. What is resiliency? How do we become resilient?   Conversation Highlights: {00:41} What is resiliency? {03:01} The importance of being intentional? {06:14} Be true to who you are. {07:43} Why do you need to ask for help?   Resources: betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks about the importance of resiliency. What is resiliency? How do we become resilient? Conversation Highlights: {00:41} What is resiliency? {03:01} The importance of being intentional? {06:14} Be true to who you are. {07:43} Why do you need to ask for help? Resources: <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

 Resiliency 

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. Bastas. Dr. Bastas had an amputation when he was 17 years old. However, that didn’t stop him from going to medical school and becoming a doctor. Dr. Bastas shares his story and advice.   Conversation Highlights: {00:41} Intro to Dr. Bastas {06:20} Complications from the treatment {09:00} getting the recommendation to have an amputation at age 17 {11:28} Moving to the states, culture shock {18:00} Living with the disability, having a good attitude {23:00} Life in medical school {28:00} Devices to use for limb loss and what he doing now. {37:00} Advice   Resources: betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. Bastas. Dr. Bastas had an amputation when he was 17 years old. However, that didn’t stop him from going to medical school and becoming a doctor. Dr. Bastas shares his story and advice. Conversation Highlights: {00:41} Intro to Dr. Bastas {06:20} Complications from the treatment {09:00} getting the recommendation to have an amputation at age 17 {11:28} Moving to the states, culture shock {18:00} Living with the disability, having a good attitude {23:00} Life in medical school {28:00} Devices to use for limb loss and what he doing now. {37:00} Advice Resources: <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

From Above Knee Amputee to Physician with Dr. Bastas

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks about Grit. What is Grit? How does someone develop Grit?   Conversation Highlights: {00:41} what is Grit {01:55} How does one get Grit? {05:00} Choosing how you’re going to live your life {05:20} Exercising Grit {07:49} Courage {11:06} Who needs Grit?   Resources: betterhealthandrehab.com

In today’s Episode, Janice Brown talks about Grit. What is Grit? How does someone develop Grit? Conversation Highlights: {00:41} what is Grit {01:55} How does one get Grit? {05:00} Choosing how you’re going to live your life {05:20} Exercising Grit {07:49} Courage {11:06} Who needs Grit? Resources: <a href="http://betterhealthandrehab.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhealthandrehab.com</a>

What is Grit?

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