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Send us Fan Mail Recovery rarely follows a straight line, as my ongoing health journey continues to remind me. What started as knee surgery in February has spiraled into a complex situation involving a psoas impingement, tendonitis, and an unexpected hip fracture that occurred on my birthday of all days. From my temporary bed-bound position, complete with monitoring equipment that occasionally bee...

Send us Fan Mail Unexpected challenges often lead to newfound purpose. That's the story behind my latest venture—a mental health podcast called "She Is Her" specifically created for women with disabilities.  From my current bedbound state, I'm launching this platform to address the unique intersection of disability and mental health. Having experienced anxiety and depression al...

Send us Fan Mail She's Her podcast aims to break mental health stigma while giving voice to women with disabilities. Wynne Charles hosts this new show from Phoenix, creating a platform specifically for females with physical, mental, and spiritual disabilities. • Podcast will air regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with occasional Wednesday solo episodes • Host Wynne has cerebral palsy and is...

Send us Fan Mail I recently experienced another bout of pneumonia that led to an unexpected five-day hospital stay after a mobile urgent care visit went sideways. What should have been a simple antibiotic prescription turned into a medical drama when a nurse suggested I might have a blood clot, leading to miscommunication and an ambulance ride. • High risk for pneumonia due to cerebral palsy, weak...

Send us Fan Mail My medical journey continues with complications during the back medication pump trial and ongoing severe hip pain that's keeping me bedridden and on multiple pain medications. I'm home now but facing important decisions about potential surgeries to address these persistent health challenges. • Currently using an adjustable bed at home while dealing with severe pain from...

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Send us Fan Mail I'm currently in a rehabilitation facility after experiencing a psoas impingement in my right leg, a painful complication related to my cerebral palsy and recent knee surgery. The impingement, causing my leg to not fully extend to the ground, came after breaking my femur which required six weeks of non-weight bearing and triggered CP-related muscle tone issues. • Explaining m...

Send us Fan Mail Managing health challenges with cerebral palsy requires resilience and support, especially when dealing with recurring C. diff infection while pursuing educational and spiritual goals. Despite the chaos of unstable care situations and upcoming medical procedures, I'm committed to expanding my podcast and preparing for a communications degree that will help me better serve the...

Send us Fan Mail After multiple hospitalizations for C-diff infection, I'm finally getting a fecal transplant procedure to restore my gut health and reclaim my energy. I'm also returning to school on August 18th to complete my communications degree with an emphasis in new media, which will support both my growing podcast and my ultimate goal of becoming an Episcopal priest specializing i...

Send us Fan Mail We celebrate nearing 2,500 podcast downloads as we continue sharing our journey with cerebral palsy and connecting with our audience in meaningful ways. • Birthday reflections on becoming a better version of oneself mentally, physically, and spiritually • Pursuing a communications degree rather than disabled ministry as a career path • Updates on medical challenges including C. di...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to A Winning Heart, where I explore the importance of maintaining a positive self-image while living with a disability and navigating the healthcare system. • Rebranding the podcast to "A Winning Heart" for better memorability and visibility • Developing a positive self-image while living with disabilities through intentional interactions • Coping with C. diffici...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes life takes an unexpected turn that forces you to completely reimagine your future. After being rushed to the hospital following what I thought was just a C. diff recurrence, I received the life-altering news that I now have pancolitis and am permanently colonized with C. diff bacteria. This episode takes you through my medical journey and the profound decisions that foll...

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Send us Fan Mail The silence around mental health issues can be deafening, especially in church communities where people often struggle alone behind a mask of Sunday smiles. This raw, honest conversation breaks open the reality of depression and anxiety among congregation members, offering pastoral care teams crucial insights from someone who's lived this experience. Depression doesn't a...

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