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Before starting a New Year a person proves wise to reflect back upon the previous 365 days. Perhaps that explains all the “best in 2017” posts surfacing recently. Such reflection offers multiple benefits. You understand what worked for you in the year, better positioning yourself as you approach the future. Acknowledging accomplishments provides reassurance and…
Advocacy comes in many forms. One fun but effective way to advocate involves custom shirts. Wearing the customized gear starts conversations! Although go with the wrong company and the dialogue derails. Enter my warning to AVOID SUNFROG SHIRTS! Whether organizing a sale or simply looking to add to your wardrobe, stay away from the sunglass…
Labels seemingly set limits but real limitations come from within. “That’s harsh” you might think, growing defensive. Please do not take the comments personally. Many people let labels overshadow what really matters. Heck, I allowed the label “cerebral palsy” to restrict me. Back in 2011 the idea came to my mind to complete a marathon.…
Different misconceptions could damage your self-esteem. Exposing one in-particular might just help eliminate your self-doubts. Those pesky thoughts sabotaging your pride! Self-talk running interference, costing you confidence. Internal ideas holding you back from achieving your fullest potential. “OKAY ZACHARY!” you probably prove ready to yell at your screen. You get the point. Now you want…
Every year in early October advocates in the cerebral palsy (CP) community worldwide come together to promote CP awareness. The international movement known as World CP Day offers a great platform to provide an education on the often misunderstood condition. This year I am honored to commemorate World CP Day by welcoming guest blogger Lindsey…
Blogging offers more than merely a platform for vanity. Done right a blog leaves a meaningful impact. A reader could feel less alone, more informed, and perhaps even inspired! This holds especially true with health bloggers. Looking to recognize the aforementioned HealthUnlocked started the Health Blogger Awards. Or, so I paraphrase. To quote HealthUnlocked directly,…
Could you benefit from foot relief? Wait! Prior to answering, consider the following. The issue may easily go unnoticed by you. While seemingly difficult to believe, let us explore more. Look no further than my own personal experiences the previous year. Over 29 years I managed to remain oblivious to how my feet really felt.…
Rage wages on inside you. Your mind battles your body. A single culprit remains responsible for the conflict, cerebral palsy (CP). The disability directly causes the internal strife. Hence calling the irritations cerebral palsy frustrations only seems fair. These cerebral palsy frustrations creep into your life daily, manifesting in multiple ways. Possibly you meet an…
Here at https://www.zacharyfenell.com I strive to provide multi-faceted emotional support to my peers with cerebral palsy and those with different disabilities. While important, other supports prove equally valuable. You should certainly possess the knowledge regarding available resources, for example Social Security Disability benefits. Said information you best to glean from an experienced Social Security Disability…
Like a drummer who accidentally skips a refrain, your heart winds up off beat. Vocally you open your mouth to a sound which causes puberty flashbacks. All this plus the worst case scenario repeatedly shows on the movie projector called your mind. Asking someone out can sure leave you a wreck! Do you want to…