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Adventures in Hearing Loss & Theatre
I’ve had a lifelong love of theatre, but hearing loss has added some complications. After trying many options and some advocacy, I am grateful for the opportunity to enjoy theatre with captions. Continue reading
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How To Put On a Bone Anchored Hearing Device
I have been asked what the process is like for putting on and taking off my bone anchored device. This video demonstrates the simple process. Continue reading
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My Children are Advocates
I have been surprised and amazed at how my children have become advocates for me and for the hearing loss community. I am so grateful for their support and their efforts to break down hearing loss stigma. Continue reading
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Why I Volunteer
I have been thinking about what volunteering brings into my life, and my gratitude for this community. *Spoiler alert* I volunteer for you. Continue reading
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Anticipatory Grief by DJ Hilley
This beautiful article by licensed professional counselor DJ Hilley delves into his struggles and coping mechanisms for handling the anticipatory grief brought to his life by his acoustic neuroma diagnosis and projected hearing loss. Continue reading
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The Challenge of Multitasking
It can be so tempting to multitask, however, doing so many things at once can be draining. Add in hearing loss and balance issues, and the cost to multitask can well outweigh the time savings. Continue reading
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Self Advocacy is Exhausting
Self advocacy can be grueling but its importance cannot be overstated. I hope this encourages you to keep on putting in the hard work to be your own advocate. Continue reading
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MRIs and Bone Anchored Hearing Devices
There are some extremely important considerations for MRIs when you choose a bone anchored hearing device. There are currently two categories of these devices on the market and they do not interact with MRIs in the same manner. Continue reading
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Ponto Bone Anchored Hearing Device Testimonial
This video explains what I love about my Ponto bone anchored hearing device, and why I chose this hearing device. Continue reading
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The Gift of Not Having to Converse
As a working mom, my life is chock full of chatting and talking. I have learned to appreciate those moments where I can bask in a loved one’s presence and skip the talking. Continue reading
About Me
Emily was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 27 and decided to make that experience worthwhile by paying it forward to other brain tumor warriors. She is passionate about supporting people and advocating for hearing assistance around motherhood and running a family business.
The "Lucky" Brain Tumor 