Explore my transformative journey within this nature-centered blog, aiming to inspire healing and connection through personal stories and insights about Functional Neurological Disorder.
The beginning of my FND journey didn’t come with a loud announcement. It was not one of those ¨Prince Ali, fabulous he¨ moments. The arrival was soft and gradual. First I noticed a curious inward sway of my left foot where a normal swing-through used to be when walking. As time went on, a progressive preference for certain footwear and walking surfaces emerged. And while, through all this time I could continue a modified exercise regime and working, I noticed how I had becom
It would not be right for me to introduce La Pinède and omit these other beings who are continuing to play an integral role on my FND journey. They have been there at my side without judgement (perhaps with the exception of Sky) and provided joy where otherwise there may have been tears or even a little self-pity. Emmy Let me start with Emmy. She’s a german shepherd / border collie cross and has the energy of both breeds packed into one canine. She’s also exceedingly loyal,
It was one of those surprisingly balmy winter days. The sun was pleasant on the skin, coming at me with just the right temperature while a gentle, warmish breeze coaxed the sunrays to move over my skin. I love to take evening walks in La Pinède (a pine grove in my backyard) and this walk was particularly pleasant. It usually relaxes me in both body and mind. (In the next post I will expand a little more about La Pinède and its influence on my journey). La Pinède as the aftern
