Become who you really are
Human beings are works in progress that mistakenly think they're finished. ~ Dan Gilbert Being in the grip of a crisis can be all consuming. So much so that whatever problem we are facing can eclipse all other perspectives about our lives. As Rachel found when she was losing her hair, it is difficult, [...]
My mum has often said that I am brave. Looking back, there are plenty of explanations as to why she would think that. However, I have never seen myself as brave - in any situation. Bravery to me means fighting a battle for your country or fighting a battle of a life-threathening illness. It can [...]
In her post celebrating International Alopecia Day, Rachel spoke about how she encountered rudeness about her bald look when she went into a shop. This was not the first time that people had spoken thoughtlessly and insensitively to her since she lost her hair. I can think of times when people have said rude things [...]
I made this video message on National Alopecia Day. It is just one example of how people assume it is ok to say what they think. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEL6keGSz30
