Rare Disease

Have you ever sat in front of your computer, read the same sentence three times, and still couldn't focus?

It doesn't necessarily mean you've lost your ability to concentrate. More often, it means your brain needs a little help getting back into a rhythm.

In today's video, I share a simple technique you can use to rebuild your focus and get more out of your workday.

Question: What's the biggest thing that steals your attention during the workday?

Also, if you're going through a tough time right now, I want you to know that I post daily mental health videos about how to deal with painful thoughts. So if you or anyone you know is struggling and wants help, click on one of the links below or write me if you have any questions you want me to answer:

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~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

Albert Einstein once said, "Time flies when you’re having fun!" And that is so true, especially when it comes to the activities that bring us the most joy — the ones we get wrapped up into, willingly distracted by, and end up fully entertained.

What’s a hobby or interest that makes you lose track of time in the best of ways? (For Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks , that's definitely writing and creating various graphic designs on Canva. She can get so absorbed in her personal projects that she doesn’t even realize hours have passed!)

#52SmallThings #CheckInWithMe #Selfcare #MentalHealth #Disability #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RareDisease #Anxiety #Depression
#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

Just a snap shot of the San Pedro cactus blooms over the years. Its almost prehistoric looking as you can see the bloom pod grow has protecting scales before they bloom. Starts off as a small nub with hair in it on the side or top of the cactus. Wanted to share some positive pictures something I enjoy.#MentalHealth #MuscularDystrophy #RareDisease #DegenerativeDiscDisease #ChronicPain #Anxiety #Fibromyalgia #PeripheralNeuropathy #CervicalRadiculopathy #Disability #Diabetes

Have you ever spent your entire morning answering emails, Teams messages, and Slack notifications, only to realize you haven't actually moved your most important work forward?

Today's video explains why that happens and shares a simple strategy to help you take back control of your attention.

Question: Do you start your day with your inbox, or with your most important task?

Also, if you're going through a tough time right now, I want you to know that I post daily mental health videos about how to deal with painful thoughts. So if you or anyone you know is struggling and wants help, click on one of the links below or write me if you have any questions you want me to answer:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

www.tiktok.com/@thomas_of_copenhagen

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

Whether it was a vacation to a national park, a trip to another state or country, a visit to a local attraction, a family gathering, a scenic drive through the countryside, or simply a stroll or roll around your neighborhood, let's share about our last memorable adventure! ⛰️

Where was the last place you traveled to or visited, no matter how near or far? What did you enjoy most? What made the trip meaningful or worthwhile? What accommodations, tools, or strategies helped make the trip more accessible or manageable for you?

Feel free to share your experience in the comments below or create your own post in this group!

#ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RareDisease #MentalHealth #Parenting #Travel #DistractMe #AdaptableTravelers

A new week, a new theme, Mighties! 💪

This week we'll be focusing on joy. 😊

To get us started, let's think of three words or phrases that come to mind when we hear the word joy.

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks says the three words and phrases that come up for her are "a bright, sunny day," "worry-free," and "love."

What's yours?

#52SmallThings #CheckInWithMe #Selfcare #MentalHealth #Disability #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RareDisease #Anxiety #Depression #Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

As many of you know, I'm the co-founder of Hird, a company developing technology to help people better understand and improve their focus, stress, and mental effort at work.

One of the ways we want to make a difference is by sharing practical, science-backed knowledge that anyone can benefit from. That's why we're launching Hird Mental Fitness Week.

Every first week of the month, we'll be sharing a short video each day exploring practical strategies to help you improve your focus, manage stress, and support your mental wellbeing at work.

This month's theme is Returning Strong.

If you've just come back from your summer holiday and you're wondering why you're already feeling overwhelmed or mentally exhausted, today's video is for you.

Your brain hasn't forgotten how to work. It's simply switching gears.

I'd love to hear from you. What's the biggest challenge you face during your first week back after a vacation?

Also, if you're going through a tough time right now, I want you to know that I post daily mental health videos about how to deal with painful thoughts. So if you or anyone you know is struggling and wants help, click on one of the links below or write me if you have any questions you want me to answer:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

www.tiktok.com/@thomas_of_copenhagen

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

This week is a little bit busy. Tomorrow at noon we're going to the Henry Ford medical center for labs. Then we were gonna go out with Pauley's mom but I decided I don't want to. We were gonna make pizza. I wants potato.
On Thursday I have a follow up appointment with my pain specialist. I'm gonna schedule nerve ablation for my lumbar and cortisone injections for my hips. I need to talk to my doctor about the fat deposits along my spine. She doesn't know I had spinal epidural lipomatosis and my surgeon removed a huge amount 3 years ago. According to the MRI, the fat deposits grew back and now I've got more stenosis. Fun times for all.
Oh and it's a rare disease. Of course. Because gods forbid I get the sniffles.
#spinalepidurallipomatosis