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I was Born with 1/3 of my brain deteriorated (fully grown back by age 3) was given 5% chance to live, suffered left side hemiplegia, had to have leg lengthening surgery, now 27yrs later I'm a fitness fanatic knocking all obstacles out my way! Never give up keep working hard  

Jelly Roll’s journey is proof that transformation doesn’t happen overnight — it’s built through consistency, discipline, and self-belief. From openly sharing his struggles with weight, addiction, and mental health to now landing the cover of Men’s Health, this moment represents more than a physique change. It’s about accountability, resilience, and choosing growth even when it’s uncomfortable. He’s been vocal about doing the work behind the scenes — training, changing habits, and staying committed when motivation fades. For many fans, this cover isn’t just inspirational, it’s relatable. It shows that real change is possible no matter where you start, as long as you don’t quit on yourself. What stands out most is that Jelly Roll didn’t chase perfection — he chased progress. And now, that progress is on full display. #JellyRoll #MensHealth #FitnessJourney #WeightLossMotivation #TransformationStory #HardWorkPaysOff #HealthOverHype #RealProgress #Inspiration

I thought a bad bruise was just a bruise but a doctor just blew my mind 😱😱😱

I saw this picture of a really massive bruise from an e-scooter fall, and the person was actually saying how lucky they were that it wasn't worse. It looked like a regular bruise, just a lot bigger. But then an orthopedic surgeon saw it and left a comment. They said it was a Morel-Lavallée lesion. The doctor said it was a type of closed degloving injury. That degloving word really got to me. It sounds terrifying. It basically means the skin and fat have separated from the muscle underneath, and it can get very bad very quickly! According to the doctor, this needs to be checked out because you could get an infection or even lose skin and muscle if you don't treat it right. It just goes to show that you should never take an injury too lightly 😱 Again, so terrifying. #Bruises #Injury #TakeCareOfYourself #OrthopedicSurgeons #Health

I was a newer RN grad of 1.5 years. My patient was a man in his 70's, diagnosed with cancer. He was my very first DNR patient, and seemed to be in fairly good condition at the time. But when I went in his room to check on him, he was having trouble catching his breath. Death seemed imminent. I uselessly grabbed a nasal cannula and hooked it up to oxygen, as I slowly watched him dying. It was a dumb move on my part - without the drive to breathe, oxygen wasn't going to do anything. But it was all I had available, since he was DNR. He passed within 3 minutes. I was devastated by the need to bring him back, but legally unable to. Folks, if you think RN's don't care - we do! I've thought of him often in the past 30+ years, and I can't help but feel that I let him down. I'll never forget him. He did have a peaceful passing, but I wanted so badly to save him. Guido, I will never forget you.

Tiny electronic implant beneath the retina brings back basic reading for patients with vision loss. A tiny electronic implant measuring just 2 millimetres by 2 millimetres and only 30 micrometres thick is showing remarkable promise for people with severe visual loss due to outer retinal diseases such as age-related macular degeneration. The device is surgically placed beneath the retina where photoreceptor cells are no longer functioning. It works by capturing visual information through external camera glasses and converting that into electrical signals that directly stimulate the remaining retinal cells. Users in a recent trial regained the ability to recognise letters and even read short text passages, showing a clear functional improvement in daily vision. While the advancements are impressive, the technology remains in early stages and is not yet widely available. The current implant offers limited resolution, a narrow field of view, and relies on external equipment such as camera glasses and processing units. Long-term durability, how the implant performs across a wide range of lighting conditions, and how it integrates with the user’s visual environment are still being studied. The device’s success suggests that previously irreversible blindness may now be treatable, but broader trials are needed before it becomes a standard clinical option. The breakthrough opens up a path for other retinal and optic nerve disorders to be treated with similar implants. Research Paper 📄 DOI: 10.1038/d41586-025-03420-x

I'm writing to clarify that I've made a conscious decision to limit my interactions with certain individuals who've caused me pain or distress in the past. This choice isn't driven by hatred or any negative emotions towards them; rather, it's a deliberate effort to protect my mental and emotional well-being. As someone who's walked the path of personal growth and spiritual awakening for over 50 years, I've learned the importance of setting boundaries and surrounding myself with positivity. I've come to realize that engaging with people who consistently disregard my boundaries or subject me to toxic behavior isn't conducive to my growth or peace of mind. These individuals have repeatedly demonstrated their inability to respect my space, and I've decided it's time to prioritize my own needs. This isn't about seeking revenge, assigning blame, or expecting apologies; it's about taking care of myself. I'm choosing to disengage from the drama, the stress, and the negativity that comes with interacting with them. I'm often reminded that people make choices, and I'm choosing to focus on my own journey. I'm focusing on nurturing relationships that uplift and inspire me, and I'm investing in my passions – like my art, writing, and spirituality. I've written over 40 books, and I'm currently working on self-publishing my latest work, "Crystal heart of fire #2 " It's a reflection of my journey, and I'm excited to share it with others. My decision to disengage isn't a rejection of humanity; it's a recognition of my own worth. I'm not interested in investing energy in people who drain me. Instead, I'm channeling that energy into creating art, writing stories, and sharing messages that resonate with like-minded individuals. I'm grateful for the lessons these challenging relationships have taught me. They've shown me the importance of self-care, boundaries, and prioritizing my own peace. I'm not naive; I understand that life will always present challenges. But I'm committed to

if you weren't ignorant or a racist, though you're probably both, you wouldn't be so quick to be making excuses for the racism everyone else lives with. There's actual research for this, despite what the bigots want to say "...studies consistently show that Black women face significant disparities in emergency room treatment compared to white women, often experiencing longer wait times and a higher likelihood of having their pain or symptoms dismissed, which can result in treatment delays or being inadequately treated. These disparities are attributed to a combination of factors, including implicit bias among healthcare providers and structural racism within the healthcare system."

Don't let your bad days trick you...

The Heart Symptoms Women Ignore Because They Don’t Look Like a Heart Attack

Heart disease is the No.1 killer of women — yet most don’t recognize the symptoms. The American Heart Association reports that women under 55 are 3x more likely than men to be misdiagnosed during a heart event. Women often don’t get the “movie heart attack.” Instead they get: • jaw or neck pressure • nausea • back pain • unusual fatigue • anxiety-like chest tightness Many women dismiss these as stress or digestion issues. But hormonal shifts after 40 increase cardiovascular risk, especially with poor sleep and fluctuating blood sugar. Practical prevention includes 30-minute daily walks, consistent magnesium, lipid testing, and monitoring blood pressure. And if symptoms feel “off,” women deserve ER attention even if symptoms don’t look stereotypical. Your heart doesn’t whisper because you’re overreacting — it whispers because women were never taught to listen. #Health #WomensHealth #HeartHealth

System overload to comfort and control 🙌

System overload. Do you ever feel your body giving you the warning? Whether it be driving down the road. Getting through a workday, the grocery store- Or sadly even walking through your front door. Our bodies are not programmed to deal with stress all day long. God says, Isaiah 41:10: "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” We let ourselves get all worked up over things that we cannot always control. That gives a foot hold to the devil who laughs when we try to take care of it all on our own. So be honest with yourself you cannot control everything you can only control how you handle what you go through. Your thoughts, actions and journey with your creator. When you have the light of Jesus Christ and the truth of the Lord’s words before you, you are giving yourself the courage, strength and wisdom to get through all of it. When you let go and let God -your system is not going to send out warning signs, it is going to calm down, enable you to think straight and do the right thing. Giving God all the glory through the good and the bad, you will feel your own spirit rise up with strength and be victorious! You will see miraculous changes in your own life and how you deal with things. That is really the only control you have- you don’t even control how many breaths or heartbeats you have left, but God is in control - he is worthy to be praised. A believer must stay in God‘s word in order to grow their faith. Matthew 17:20 states, "I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you"- you can control of your journey with God- let God take control of the rest! So find comfort in him- not the world. He’s got you! But do you have him?