Grab some coffee and listen as I discuss my path through life up to this point. I'll share tips for living well with chronic illness. I’ll discuss autoimmune disorders, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, my paramedic career, my paranormal experiences and my passion for gardening I share my failures and some successes, grit, determination and renewal to help others
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Parentification and other Gen X experiences
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54:29This episode covers a lot of ground. Stop expecting teenagers and young adults to carry the burden of childhood trauma alone, and the lifetime it can take to recover from childhood trauma
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In this episode I share my recent, sudden, epiphany, that really isn't as recent or sudden as I initially thought. Moving into a new change and trying to navigate the guilt of PTSD and how it impacts my day to day
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Gardening on a budget? Limited space? This episode is about using what is on hand, what to save, and where to look for garden bargains. I also discuss vertical gardening. https://www.facebook.com/BillsLockerOnLenoxAvenue/posts/pfbid024J4K6N4c66MBceHcWJuCxYP1JJ3hasapX3NwBAUoC9LthRqE8pG1eGD5W4p7gMgcl
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It's cold and windy, but you can still start prepping beds for spring.
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What do you want from your 2024 garden? Salsa, sauce, pickles? Whatever your needs, you need to plan now. www.gurneys.com www.soil-dynamics.com
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What worked and what didn't in my 2023 garden and what I would do differently www.gurneys.com www.soil-dynamics.com @bubbes_victory_gardens on IG
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Garden plant math and seed starting basics episode 3 of gardening
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29:30How many plants do you need to reach your garden goals? Supplies needed to start seeds indoors www.gurneys.com www.soil-dynamics.com www.gettreesfast.com for giant sunflowers
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Where have I been for over a year? Tune in and find out.
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Trigger warning! Brief segment about my dog having a seizure and dying. Otherwise it's an episode about how I am failing at gardening
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I know that the weather is unusually fantastic, but now is not the time to get to work on those garden beds.
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The recent passing of Scott Boles has sent me down a rabbit hole of reflection and reminiscence. Please listen to my story of how working for Scott Boles shaped who I am today. There a couple bad words in this episode
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What are your gardening goals for this upcoming season? What do you need to acquire or buy for the upcoming season? Start now to find some good deals, some freebies and to get the seeds you really want.
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As I continue to recover from a serious illness I am also dealing with managing a fibro flare as well.
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How a red light helped me process years of trauma
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A recent health scare demonstrates the need to be sure your medical records are accurate and following you to your new providers. Also includes info on lung cancer screenings
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Late musings of an insomniac who loves the book Greenlights. Find out what it has taught me
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Impossible tasks, constant fight or flight mode. Another glimpse into the life and mind of a person with an anxiety disorder. What helps, what doesn't and how we think differently than you
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I share 3 stories of reincarnation in my family.
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Gardening is one of the first things people give up when they develop chronic illness or disabilities. I did. But then I found ways that I can garden, grow what I want, and use less space and not exacerbate my health issues. Gardening should be mostly fun! @bubbes_victory_gardens https://www.instagram.com/p/CDp8leNAiIp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link…
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A visit from the great beyond lead to me being a successful quitter. In this episode I talk about my experience as a smoker who doesn't, and explain what I think non smoking campaigns get wrong. I am now a life long smoker who doesn't smoke.
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Self checks are ableist, as are daytime only store hours! Take a listen
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PTSD seriously affects sleep, and that affects your whole family.
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Now is the time to plan your gardens, regardless of the method you plan on using. It can take time to acquire the necessary tools, seeds or seedlings. Being disabled should not prevent you from having your own urban farm!
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In my life I have had 2 experiences with the Klan. I will share the worst one, the event that gave me nightmares, in this episode
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many don't know what term anti semitism means, so we are going with Jew hate. This is about our experiences with hate.
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An update on new health issues
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I discuss gray rocking. What it is, how to do it, and when to avoid it. If you are in an abusive relationship please contact the National Domestic Abuse hotline at 1800 799 SAFE Remember that internet usage can be monitored and is impossible to erase completely. I fyou are concerned your internet use is being monitored please call the number. Other…
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Beyond Love Bombing; what's next in a relationship with a narcissist
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27:24The first part is called love bombing because that's what potential abusers and narcissist do. I discuss more red flags, safety concerns and things to consider. I do use some curse words in this episode
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Love Bombing, a look at abusive relationships
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28:33What does a narcissistic relationship look like in the beginning? What are some red flags to avoid a an abusive, pre abusive relationship?
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How to make a holiday meal without causing a flare
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18:01Let's start with some tips and tricks from a disabled chic! I got a new tool to make life easier. Then I will discuss how I managed to cook Thanksgiving without having a massive or even minor flare.
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How Do You know you're sick when you're chronically sick
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26:46I have been ill lately, but is it a new issue or more of the same?
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Waves of sadness wash over me for no reason and this is what I am going to try next to feel better
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There can be dire consequences when others are allowed to determine what enough means. This episode does contain references to repeated sexual assaults and threats of rape.
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I continue to explore the concept of what it means to be "enough" and why others shouldn't define it for us
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Intrusive thoughts and the winter seem to go hand in hand for me.
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Chronic illness and grief
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Are you Jewish enough? Are you sure?
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Somniphobia is the fear of sleep, and it's not as far out as you think. Apparently it is fairly common amongst those of us who have anxiety in general. What is it and what can we do to fix it?
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What will those Karens come up with next? Please follow me and SHARE Thanks Jen
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This is a story about former psychiatrist Tobin Jones, my neighbor, in Norfolk, VA
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Making necessary wardrobe changes that are disability friendly
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Today I went grocery shopping and it was awful. Self checkouts are not good news and other things I've learned as a disabled person
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A story about a date gone really wrong
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Bonus episode! Here are some tips and tricks I have leaned over the years. Some are personal experience, others are from Secret Service and FBI agents
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Letting go of old dreams and old goals is hard, but it can be good too.
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No spoilers here! Just listen to hear about my encounter with something wicked.
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I have recently realized that I "zone out" when experiencing high pain days. But zoning out has progressed to disassociation. TW dislocated joints
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A recap of my day speaking to the Tri- Faith community and hearing other peoples renewal stories.
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I have had CIU for many years, but was only recently diagnosed. Come listen to my surprisingly affordable solution that my doctor prescribed.
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Accommodating a disabled person on an outing
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27:34Jilian's produce stand is a good pumpkin patch in the Omaha area for disabled people. Are you actually helping your disabled family member? Are you sure?
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