Turning off Netflix and listening to the silence filling the room, can be so relaxing. Suddenly the birds outside can be heard tweeting, rather than Twitter chirping at you with a notification on your phone.
Taking Time To Reflect
Category: Book
Don’t Miss the Mini Miracles and Unexpected Gifts in Your Life.
Sometimes, all I need is a glimmer of hope in the form of mini miracles.Living with a chronic disease reminds me of some of my previous plane trips. I’d start off full of nervous anticipation, with a little fear of what lay ahead once on board. There were some smooth passages, and then all of … Continue reading Don’t Miss the Mini Miracles and Unexpected Gifts in Your Life.
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Wow! I’ve Reached an Amazing Podcast Milestone.
I'm so excited that my podcast, "Medical Musings with Sam," has reached over 4000 plays.This is a huge achievement for a small podcast with a unique genre. I'm also apparently in the top 10% of podcasts globally, according to Listen Score. I can not thank my listeners enough. You are all amazing, and I am … Continue reading Wow! I’ve Reached an Amazing Podcast Milestone.
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Don’t Miss Out on Our Exclusive “Signed, with a Special Message from Sam” Book Sale
My beautiful friend has organised a "virtual" Australian book launch by purchasing 20 of my books to re sell at a special price of $35, including postage to anywhere in Australia. But wait...there's more (as they say) I have signed all 20 books and each signed copy also has a special message from me. If … Continue reading Don’t Miss Out on Our Exclusive “Signed, with a Special Message from Sam” Book Sale
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Frequently Asked Questions – Time To Get Up Close and Personal
A while ago, on my chronic illness support forum, Medical Musings with Friends, I posted a segment called “Any Questions?”I wanted to invite my forum members to ask me anything about my life, my disease, my writing, etc. It was an “open book” kind of segment.The recurring question, or theme to most questions, was: “How … Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions – Time To Get Up Close and Personal
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The Real Picture When I Say, “I’m Good.”
"My inbuilt professional persona began to surface as I looked at the phone next to me on the bed. It was inevitable. I would answer this call with a bright and upbeat greeting, no matter the real picture of searing pain and chronic disease."
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Right Now I’m Thinking…What If?
Asking “what if” can be paralyzing, even soul destroying. It can cause you to worry about a future scenario which may never happen. It can cause you to miss out on real joys in your life today.
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Cancel The Day, Cancel a Few Days….Just Remember It’s Important To Take Time To Look After Yourself.
There is always the temptation, when appointments or commitments are cancelled, to fill the time with other things. I know I can't, even though my head is always full of great ideas. My body is screaming at me. I have to listen to it.
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Celebrating Good News, Feeling Sad, Facing Change? There’s Only One Solution… A Cup of Tea!
There is something strangely calming about putting on the kettle, taking out a pretty china cup or mug, anticipating sitting in a comfy chair, and slowly sipping this hot delight.
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You Have a Chronic Illness, but It’s Ok to Look and Sound Good When You Can. It’s Ok to Still be You!
I don’t want to be a prisoner to my disease. I want to scale whatever heights I can safely push, and ultimately I’m the only one who can decide my limits.
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