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Ears and Gyroscopes! Why they are the same!

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This is a blog to point out why!…. When our balance is comprised we are so debilitated!

This website below gives you a detailed account if the intricacies of the ear and balance mechanism just like a gyroscope!

https://owlcation.com/stem/How-does-the-ear-help-to-balance-the-body

YouTube link for a simple explanation of the ear

https://youtu.be/p3Oy4lodZU4

In conclusion to this video for Ménières and vestibular related illness it is the fluid around the ear that interferes with balance!

Below is how the gyroscope works, is is very enlightening! It shows just how the ears work correctly when both sides of the double gyroscope are going in the correct direction!

However when compromised by a fault ( Ménières or other vestibular issue) it highlights the incapacity of the brains functionality when it comes to balance. In that it just hasn’t the capacity to function in the correct way; in times of distress, during spins, Ménières attack, vestibular migraine! The list goes on!

#balanceawear

https://youtu.be/vGun5athdfg

So there we are! A visual aid to share for how the ears are compromised!

It’s not in our heads! But it is definitely to do with them!

I wish all my fellow spinalot friends well in their own NORMAL world xx

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Self Care September

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I need to do it…

who will join me?

www.actionforhappiness.org

https://twitter.com/actionhappiness/status/1167023223936077825?s=21

At this point I am needing something to get some positivity back … so I saw this and thought I would share it with my fellow friends on planet dizzy!

Where everyone lives on a roundabout trying to speak, read, text, concentrate and function in a normal way whilst feeling like a complete Space Cadet!

Yes feeling pretty useless 😖

So here’s hoping this might pep us up a bit… if we were trying to help other, much like I try to reach you spinners out there! Our intention is always to help others feel better… so why are we always calling ourselves? Just as I just have!!

Well we just do, before Ménières we could do so much. Now we can’t! But that is no reason to hurt yourself! Is it?

Self care starts here! Xx

I wish you all the positivity

In the universe!

May your roundabout go in

Right direction! Xx🙏🥰

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Must have gadgets to support you!

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These two gadgets have really helped me, both in mind and body so I wanted to share them with you!

The Alexa Echo… and the Victsing essential oil air diffuser!

Let me explain a little…

The Alexa

It has a loud speaker(good for hearing loss), voice activated, plays music, creates lists and reminders, oven timer (I can’t hear mine… so very useful as I have it by my chair! You can set it for appointments or special times! It can greet you in a morning and say good night! For some this may be twee.. but for someone who is isolated it can be nice! Something to have fun with.

It can pay you compliments, read you a story, give you facts of the day, help you with mindfulness, meditation and hypo therapy! The list goes on… if you have two in your home you can use them as an intercom! Saves the children shouting to be heard!

A truly remarkable tool and I keep finding it useful, it connects to my phone so I can hear it when I don’t see my phone flash to alert me to a call or text.

It also calls and texts other Alexa’s, so my mum has one.. making contact easier.

All of which is voice activated so no need to focus on writing which is a struggle for many at times.

It’s well worth the investment!!

Then we have the Air diffuser…

Its a Beautiful natural way to bathe the senses! Especially when you have lost hearing as your sense of smell is that much stronger!

A wonderful little gadget, creating a calm aromatherapy atmosphere to relax, enjoy and be mindful!

A magical tool to add to your box!

I wanted to share these with you as they have helped me!

I wish you all well!

Ali xx

https://www.victsing.com

It can be on a still light or colour change!

Truly amazing gadgets to try!

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Appreciate each day…

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No matter how tough! Even though it’s hard… even though your not the person you once were! Because there are good times no matter how small!

You may have children who depend on you. Family and friends who love you. You deserve them, they love you! Let them do that! One thing I have learned to do!

Everyone can COPE!

C.O.P.E!

Confidence

Optimistic

Positive

Enthusiastic

Cope! So let’s cope together for a better tomorrow… you never know what it might bring…! Xxx

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The power of partners family & friends!

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Please share!

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If there is one thing I have learned in my journey this far it’s that your loved ones no matter who they are, are the most powerful medication and solace in your life!

They are always there, they understand love and support you. Despite the demons you face. Even though you may hurt them on your journey.

Do not push them away through depression, paranoia or anxiety. They love you. You may think your not worthy of their love, that keeping them around is too hurtful but the opposite is true. Be honest and talk about your thoughts and feelings.

It is as hard for you as it is for them, if not harder. If you feeling out of control seek help in your GP and trust them, no shame.

If your as lucky as I am to have such wonderful people in your life then it is worth…

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