Cultivate: Exploring Hope and Wellness and MND

Announcing the release of my new book, Wellness Without Limits, available on Amazon.

I’ve talked a lot about what I call the “established narratives” that surround Motor Neurone Disease. These are the storylines that dominate the MND world. But why are narratives so important? And what difference do they make in the context of a life-changing diagnosis? Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK...

Last week, I had a meeting with a peer support and engagement lead from mnd Scotland. Before I tell you about that, let me give a quick recap of what lead up to it. Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery...

Today, I discuss an idea that’s been around for more than a century. Something that feels relevant to my own journey with MND - It’s the old saying: - the terrain is everything. Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness a...

Whether it’s the systems we look to for help, or just how we approach our own health - this is a constructive encouragement that we can do better. Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the Face of MND...

“One of my favourite movies is Back to the Future, and, as a huge Star Trek fan, I know a thing or two about time travel. In fact, in my life I’ve spent quite a bit of time visiting both the past and the future. Let me explain…” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US - https://...

“In simple terms, increasing the amount of omega-3 through diet and supplements could help my body push back against the disease. This was a no-brainer, an easy add, a small step that might make a big impact. And one of the first glimmers of hope on this crazy journey.” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK...

“Over time, this practice has become a non-negotiable in my day, and has helped strengthen my emotional and mental stability. In the midst of uncertainty, it has become a daily moment of pause where I can forget everything, and simply rest.” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX...

“Contrary to our established belief, the wild isn’t lawless - it just follows rules that our individualistic culture no longer understands.” “ Rewilding is the process of restoring these natural rhythms on land, under the sea, and maybe even within ourselves.” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https:/...

“But for someone like me, and a lot of other newly diagnosed people – who are in their prime years. with a spouse and young kids in school - we can’t just go along with that. We can’t simply do nothing. We can’t give up hope.” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US - https://a....

In the midst of uncertainty, could we retrain ourselves to find moments of safety and unlock new pathways to healing? Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the Face of MND CA - The 1% Chance: Hope, We...

“Emotional nutrition - I love the term. But how can we work this to our benefit?” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the Face of MND CA - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the Face of...

“MND isn’t a crack you can paper over. It changes everything — breaks everything. And if society says broken is bad, what does that make me?” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the Face of MND CA -...

"Some people say that 1 person can’t make a difference. In the face of overwhelming challenges like climate change, war and even chronic illness, maybe that’s a fair assumption. But history is full of individuals who did make a difference, and whose influence continues to ripple out years, or even decades later." Follow me at: ⁠https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/grahamdarg...

"As I wearily made my way downstairs, something weird happened: like a lighthouse beam emerging from the fog, a sequence of words faded into my mind. It felt like a gift from my neurones a blessing from the incredible biological circuitry that has become the fulcrum of my life. While worrying about them had ruined my night, they repaid me with a way to reboot my day." Follow me at: https...

"My limiting beliefs came to a head in my mid-30s, when I realised I was talking to myself with a harshness I’d never accept from others. The seed planted years prior had grown into a suffocating ivy, until I finally realised;  if thoughts and words can limit, maybe they can also unleash?" Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Am...

"On this journey, I’ve discovered some surprising connections. - Today, I want to talk about a fascinating health connection between the sun and our cells." Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX   US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the...

“So, what if I looked at this another way? I can’t deny the repeating pattern of loss, change and adaption. But I can choose how I frame it. What if, instead of seeing each physical change as a loss, I treated every adaption as a victory?” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX US...

"Imagine a place called MND Town, population 5000. Every day, six residents die and are replaced by six newly diagnosed citizens. The government knows about MND Town, but takes no action - after all, it’s “only” 5000 people." Andy and Mili's Page - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573120262780 Sign the Petition - https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/715520?fbclid=IwY2xjawKgNs9leHRuA2F...

Just letting you know about the new name for the podcast. Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX   US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the Face of MND CA - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the Face of MND

"From the moment of diagnosis, I realised quickly that if I didn’t find something to hold on to, I might fall and fall into a place of despair that I might not be able to get out of. I realised over time, that a life without purpose...would be no life at all." Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https:/...

"I recently heard of something called Silent Prayer. Author, Mindy Caliguire, describes it as, “a wordless way of resting in the presence of God, with an attitude of openness, contrition, and longing. The description hit me right in the heart. Today, - I want to take a moment to reflect on each of the words in that description of Silent Prayer." Mindy Caliguire - https://www.instagram.com/mindycal...

How I’m learning to use polyvagal theory to manage my mind and better navigate my health journey. Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - https://amzn.eu/d/b54kFeX   US - https://a.co/d/e7px4a8 AU - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discovery in the Face of MND CA - The 1% Chance: Hope, Wellness and Discove...

“It goes without saying - but a diagnosis of MND is life changing. My first reaction was to look for ways to build my health so my body could at least make an attempt to defend against the disease. Here are 10 things I’m prioritising to stay well on my MND journey,” Follow me at: https://www.graham-dargie.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/grahamdargie/ Buy The 1% Chance on Amazon and Audible: UK - h...

"It’s hard to fathom the depths of thought Stephen Hawking must have achieved, and it makes me wonder if it’s a coincidence that one of the most powerful minds of our time also achieved such incredible longevity in his battle with MND. While the fundamental nature of the universe might be outwith my comprehension, I wanted to explore what lessons his words and life might offer me when it comes to...