live your best life – disability hacks and advice for neuropathy
If you grew up watching The Love Boat, then the prospect of going on a cruise might trigger childhood fantasies of dining at the selective “Captain’s Table”, or kissing handsome men on the Lido Deck. But, for first time cruisers with disabilities, those Julie McCoy fantasies may be replaced with nightmares of being stuck on the Titanic.
We learn lessons from the moment we can comprehend. Some are taught in books and classrooms, and some are learned from experience.
I was diagnosed with a progressive neuromuscular disorder in 2nd grade. No one ever taught me how to actually live with the physical challenges of having Charcot Marie Tooth Disorder.
One of the reasons I created Trend-Able was to help leg brace (Afo) wearers & others living with invisible disabilities find clothing & shoes that helps them to feel confidant so that they can live their best lives.
As we dive into (or walk or roll into😂) the top trends of Spring 2024, let’s celebrate inclusivity, accessibility, and style. From pull-on denim to AFO-friendly ballet flats and accessible accessories, this season’s fashion landscape is as diverse as it is exciting. So, whether you’re navigating the latest trends with a disability or simply embracing…
Your feelings are normal and valid and it’s important to acknowledge them. When we blow them off or try to block them, those same feelings tend to linger on and intensify.
Note, this post may include affiliate links that may offer a small commission when used. This does not affect the cost in any way but it does help me to offset my website expenses and splurge on an occasional Starbucks skinny vanilla latte now and then 😀. Breaking News Alert: Neuropathy and cold weather are…
Do you remember those Choose Your Own Adventure (CYA) books from the 80’s 90’s? I know I’m totally dating myself but I was soooo into them (for about a minute) in between Judy Bloom books (hijacked copy of Wifey not included) & the Sweet Valley High series.
The Holiday Season isn’t all jingle bells and sleigh rides when you have an invisible disability. As temps begin falling and your calendar starts filling, the stress and worry about how the hell you’ll make it through it all, rears it’s Scrooge like head. Of course this time of year can be stressful for everyone. There is a ton of pressure to be merry and create picture perfect, Norman Rockwell like moments, to then post on Facebook of course.
Hello, my soon-to-be tech-savvy, perfectly imperfect pals! Whether you’re an iOS aficionado (because once you go Apple, you’re in forever) or a die-hard Android lover, we’re about to plunge into the fascinating world of iPhone accessibility settings. Brace yourselves (I know many of you are already braced, literally! 😂) for a journey of discovery because…
Here at Trend-Able we continue to shatter barriers and redefine what it means to be chic, empowered, and disabled. In doing so, we’re always on the lookout for new tools we can use independently to help us all to look and feel our best. Gone are the days when disability products were synonymous with dullness.…
We learn lessons the moment we can comprehend them. Some are taught in books and classrooms, and some are learned from experience.
I was diagnosed with Charcot Marie Tooth Disease (CMT), a slowly progressive and incurable neuromuscular disorder, in the 2nd grade. But no one ever taught me how to actually live with a disability.
Do you remember when we had to have our photos developed before viewing the images? The days when selfies weren’t even a thing and group shots didn’t involve a million retakes? Back then, we had no way of knowing if our arms looked flabby or if our leg braces were showing in photos until we picked up the physical prints.
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