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Adapted Adventurer


11 Years, 1 Journey, and a Whole Lot of Snow
Last week, Facebook did that thing it does—bringing back memories you weren’t quite ready for, but somehow needed. It showed me photos...
Michael Fidler
25 minutes ago2 min read
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To Walk or to Roll: Redefining Strength in the Face of Change
There are days when I stand at a literal crossroads—my hand resting on the back of a chair, eyes fixed on the hallway ahead—and I ask...
Michael Fidler
Mar 283 min read
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The Constant of Change: A Farewell to My Therapist
“This too shall pass.” It’s a phrase we’ve all heard, but it carries so much more weight when you’ve lived through enough seasons of life...
Michael Fidler
Mar 212 min read
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It’s Not About Me—It’s About the Message
I’ve never written to win awards or to be named Writer of the Year. That was never the goal. Writing, for me, started as therapy—an...
Michael Fidler
Mar 192 min read
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Vintage Empathy: A Letter to My Past Self
Vintage Empathy: A Letter to My Past Self Hey, you. The version of me standing at the edge of a major life change, heart racing, mind...
Michael Fidler
Mar 143 min read
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Rolling Into Independence: My Experience With the Zeen
There are certain moments in life when you realize just how much something was missing—until you get it. For me, that moment came last...
Michael Fidler
Mar 73 min read
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Living History: When You Realize You’re the History Lesson
I was just trying to get my leg stretched out—who knew I’d end up feeling like a walking history book? Let me explain. One of the joys...
Michael Fidler
Feb 283 min read
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Redefining Success: What Does a 'Good Life' Really Look Like?
For most of our lives, we are taught that success means achievement, wealth, status, and stability. Society conditions us to believe that...
Michael Fidler
Feb 213 min read
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Navigating Love, Change, and Letting Go: A Reflection on Marriage, Sacrifice, and Self-Respect
Love is often painted as a story of endurance—a commitment to weather every storm together, to stay no matter how hard it gets, to...
Michael Fidler
Feb 143 min read
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Through Sickness and Health: The Untold Story of Caregiving in Relationships
In any relationship, the vows of “through sickness and health” are easier said than lived. When chronic illness or disability enters a...
Michael Fidler
Jan 313 min read
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Don’t Let Fear Keep You Inside: A Journey from Isolation to Life
When I was first diagnosed with MS, fear had a firm grip on me. It took me two long years to truly get moving again—years I now realize I...
Michael Fidler
Jan 243 min read
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15 Hilarious and Fun Things You Can Do from Bed
When life throws you a curveball—whether it’s a chronic illness, pain, or just a “can’t get out of bed” day—it can feel like the walls...
Michael Fidler
Jan 233 min read
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Engaging Activities for Every Ability: Beyond Sight and Mobility
Life offers so many ways to connect, create, and enjoy, even when certain abilities are limited. Here are some ideas for how to make the...
Michael Fidler
Jan 233 min read
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The Silent Shift: From Isolation to Connection in a New World
Imagine this: The alarm clock buzzes, pulling you from sleep into the rhythm of another busy day. The hum of life begins: work meetings,...
Michael Fidler
Jan 173 min read
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Coming Soon: A Blog That Brings Joy to Your Day
🌟 Coming Soon: A Blog That Brings Joy to Your Day! 🌟 Ever feel like life needs a little more laughter, creativity, and inspiration? Get...
Michael Fidler
Jan 51 min read
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Finding Light in the Shadows: A Journey Through Depression with Gratitude
Life is an unpredictable journey. Some days we wake up with the sun shining in our hearts, and other days, the weight of the world feels...
Michael Fidler
Jan 53 min read
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From the Couch to the Trails: How Adaptive Sports Saved My Life
There was a time when I felt like life had left me behind. I was stuck in a rut—same walls, same routines, same thoughts swirling in my...
Michael Fidler
Jan 32 min read
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Breaking Barriers: Disability, Inclusion, and the Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and togetherness. But for many of us with disabilities, it can also bring feelings of...
Michael Fidler
Dec 23, 20242 min read
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MS Fatigue: When Your Body Thinks You’re Climbing Everest (Even on the Couch)
Let’s talk about one of the most frustrating, downright maddening symptoms of MS: fatigue . Not the kind of tired you can fix with a nap,...
Michael Fidler
Dec 20, 20243 min read
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Climbing to New Heights: My First Taste of Adaptive Sports
This photo holds a special place in my heart. I took it back in 2012 during my first experience with adaptive sports, thanks to the...
Michael Fidler
Dec 13, 20242 min read
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