#264 Walking with Anthony: A Journey of Hope and Strength

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Micki Purcell shares the journey that led to the founding of Walking With Anthony, a nonprofit inspired by her son Anthony’s catastrophic spinal cord injury. From the moment of the accident, Micki was thrust into a world of trauma, complex medical decisions, and overwhelming financial pressures. Instead of accepting paralysis as a life sentence, she chose to fight—creating a foundation dedicated to helping other families navigate the long road to rehabilitation and hope.

Micki opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of the early days, the critical importance of rehab, and the heartbreaking insurance limitations that so many SCI families face. She also explores what it takes to run a nonprofit, maintain resilience, and mobilize a community to uplift those living with spinal cord injuries.

Micki is on a mission to fight for insurance coverage for ongoing necessary, spinal cord injury, rehab rehabilitation. Listen in and hear how. 

Her story is one of love, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to recovery—not just for her son, but for the thousands of others walking a similar path.

Learn more about Walking with Anthony: https://walkingwithanthony.org/

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BLINK of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by BLINK of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. BLINK of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. BLINK of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.BLINKofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#263 Air Travel Tips for Spinal Cord Injury with Kim Hoog

Kim Hoog brings a unique dual perspective as both a former flight attendant and mom and caregiver of Tyler, who lives with C5 incomplete SCI. She offers practical advice and heartfelt insight into air travel for individuals with spinal cord injuries. She outlines key challenges travelers who use power wheelchairs often encounter, highlights the critical role of preparation and clear communication with airline staff, and underscores the importance of advocacy and patience. Kim’s empowering message encourages families to navigate the complexities of air travel because it opens the world of further possibilities while creating meaningful and lasting experiences together.

Stay Connected: Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone interested in advocacy for SCI funding! 

BLINK of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by BLINK of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. BLINK of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. BLINK of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.BLINKofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#262 Reinventing Yourself Post-Injury with Andrew Skinner of The Triumph Foundation

Andrew Skinner shares his powerful journey of resilience and purpose following a spinal cord injury in 2004. In this heartfelt conversation, he opens up about the critical role his wife Kirsten played in his recovery, the emotional toll of navigating anger and grief, and the ways he rebuilt his life with intention and hope.

Andrew reflects on the founding of the Triumph Foundation, born from his desire to help others living with SCI reclaim their independence and thrive. He discusses the Foundation’s impact through community engagement, adaptive recreation, mentorship, and peer support.

We explore the importance of caregivers, the dynamics of family post-injury, and how setting personal goals—and finding joy—can fuel long-term recovery. Andrew’s story is a testament to faith, perseverance, and the power of turning adversity into a mission that uplifts others.

Resources:

Triumph Foundation – https://triumph-foundation.org 

Stay Connected: Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone interested in advocacy for SCI funding! 

BLINK of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by BLINK of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. BLINK of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. BLINK of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.BLINKofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#262 Air Travel Tips for Spinal Cord Injury with Kim Hoog

Kim Hoog brings a unique dual perspective as both a former flight attendant and mom and caregiver of Tyler, who lives with C5 incomplete SCI. She offers practical advice and heartfelt insight into air travel for individuals with spinal cord injuries. She outlines key challenges travelers who use power wheelchairs often encounter, highlights the critical role of preparation and clear communication with airline staff, and underscores the importance of advocacy and patience. Kim’s empowering message encourages families to navigate the complexities of air travel because it opens the world of further possibilities while creating meaningful and lasting experiences together.

Stay Connected: Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone interested in advocacy for SCI funding! 

BLINK of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by BLINK of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. BLINK of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. BLINK of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.BLINKofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#261 The Healing Power of Movement in Grief with Hana Kamea Kemble

In this profound conversation, Hana Kamea Kemble joins Louise Phipps Senft to explore the layered experience of grief, trauma recovery, and the healing power of movement. Together, they examine how early attachment styles and childhood experiences shape our emotional responses to loss, and how grief—when unacknowledged—can manifest physically and psychologically over time.

Hana offers deep insights into the phases of grief, the role of shock and trauma in shaping healing journeys, and the importance of compassionate caregiving. Hana shares how movement therapy and embodied practices can unlock stuck emotions and foster emotional release, especially for those navigating physical limitations or chronic trauma.

This conversation is both a gentle guide and a powerful reminder that healing is possible, and that grief, when fully met, can transform us.

Resources:

Hana Kamea Kemble – https://hanakamaekemble.com

Somatic Grief & Movement Work – https://hanakamaekemble.com/somatic-grief

Stay Connected: Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone interested in advocacy for SCI funding! 

BLINK of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by BLINK of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. BLINK of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. BLINK of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.BLINKofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#260 Science Breakthroughs & Legislative Advocacy Now for Spinal Cord Injury Research with Matthew Rodreick

Matthew Rodreick, Executive Director of Unite 2 Fight Paralysis (U2FP), joins us to explore the current landscape of spinal cord injury (SCI) research and advocacy. As the father of Gabriel, who lives with a C5 complete SCI, Matthew brings a deeply personal perspective to the fight for curative treatments.

We discuss the urgency of this moment in SCI science, and the troubling implications of recent federal funding cuts. Matthew shares why community-driven advocacy is essential. While there are almost 18,000 SCIs annually in the US, our number is too small for rare disease protection and not large enough to capture attention for large federal funding.  This episode is more than a conversation—it’s a call to action. Learn how you can support the movement, stay informed, and help drive change.

Resources:

Unite 2 Fight Paralysis – https://u2fp.org

How to locate your Congressional Representatives and Senators – https://congress.gov

 📩 Stay Connected: Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone interested in advocacy for SCI funding! 

BLINK of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by BLINK of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. BLINK of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. BLINK of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.BLINKofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#259 "He Walked Again" With Guy Romain

 In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Guy Romain, founder of NeuroFit360, a cutting-edge neuro physical therapy clinic that’s pushing the boundaries of outpatient spinal cord injury recovery. With locations in Florida and Atlanta, NeuroFit360 is dedicated to helping clients reclaim independence and mobility through innovative, high-intensity rehab after their inpatient and more traditional outpatient rehab.

Dr. Romain is a physical therapist specializing in neuro recovery. He holds a B.S. in Health Science from Montclair State University, a Master of Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy with a focus on SCI from the Neuro Recovery Institute in Louisville, Kentucky. He’s also certified in Robotic Gait Training through Hocoma and Ekso Bionics.

In previous episodes, we shared the story of Maurice- Andre, one of NeuroFit360’s standout clients. Maurice, who lives with incomplete paraplegia (L1-L2) and was told he would never walk again trained with NeuroFit360 and went on to compete in multiple triathlons. A remarkable journey of strength and resilience.

We look forward to sharing Dr. Romain’s perspective on recovery, innovation, and the future of neuro rehab.

More on NeuroFit360:

neurofit360.com

Instagram: @neurofit360

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BLINK of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by BLINK of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. BLINK of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. BLINK of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.BLINKofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#258 Pushing the Boundaries in SCI Rehab with Maurice-Andre Iseli PT 2

In Part 2 of our conversation with Maurice Andre, we continue exploring his extraordinary recovery journey after a spinal cord injury—this time with a focus on the power of teamwork, long-term commitment, and the support systems that fuel progress.

Maurice shares personal stories from his rehabilitation, reflecting on the mental discipline required to push past setbacks and redefine his limits. He opens up about the crucial role his family played, the value of intensive therapy, and the cultural differences he encountered in approaches to physical rehab. We also dive into adaptive mobility, outdoor training, and competitive racing as key motivators in his journey. Maurice describes the emotional moment of taking his first steps again and how that breakthrough deepened his drive to inspire others in the SCI community.

Learn more about Maurice : https://www.instagram.com/scimotivation/

 📩 Stay Connected: Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone interested in assistive technology and accessibility!

Blink of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by Blink of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. Blink of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. Blink of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.blinkofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#257 Pushing the Boundaries in SCI Rehab with Maurice-Andre Iseli PT 1

In this powerful kickoff to our new series on Alternative Outpatient Rehab, we sit down with Maurice Andre, who shares his courageous journey following a paragliding accident that left him paraplegic. Maurice recounts the moment everything changed—his confidence in the air, the unexpected crash, and the lifesaving emergency response that followed. He walks us through the trauma center experience, the aftermath of surgery, and the mental and emotional toll of a spinal cord injury diagnosis. This episode is a deep reflection on the early stages of recovery—raw, real, and incredibly honest. Maurice speaks about the harsh realities of SCI, the power of mental fitness, and the role of advocacy in navigating a system that often lacks answers. We also explore alternative rehabilitation approaches, including technology like the Locomat machine, and how these tools can challenge medical prognoses.

Learn more about Maurice : https://www.instagram.com/scimotivation/

 📩 Stay Connected: Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone interested in assistive technology and accessibility!

Blink of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by Blink of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. Blink of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. Blink of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.blinkofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.

#256 Healing Grief through Movement: with Hana Kamea Kemble

Today’s guest, Hana Kamea Kemble, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist specializing in trauma recovery through body-mind integration. With over 22 years of experience, Hana founded a movement-based healing program, The Movement Arc, to help individuals—including those with spinal cord injuries—process grief, release stored emotions, and reconnect with their bodies through dance.

In this conversation, we’ll hear how feelings are designed to move through the body and not stick around in the body and how dance, song, and any form of vibration or rhythm, no matter how micro, creates a movement pathway giving grief and sadness permission to leave the body. Hana shares why trauma and grief get stuck in the body, how that manifests, and how movement, breath, and awareness can help release them. She explains the impact of guilt, how it manifests physically, and why healing is about more than just physical recovery. Her insights offer a fresh perspective on navigating life after paralysis, including how families can acknowledge their emotions and process their own grief while supporting a loved one’s journey. By integrating Somatic Psychology, mindfulness, and expressive arts, Hana provides a pathway to resilience beyond traditional SCI rehabilitation. 

Learn more about Hana: http://www.themovementarc.com/

 📩 Stay Connected: Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone interested in assistive technology and accessibility!

Blink of an Eye® Podcast is sponsored by Blink of an Eye® Non-Profit:

A non-profit which originated the first SCI Navigator Program in the country for newly injured SCI Families by SCI Families as an essential national resource for Spinal Cord Injured families in the first days, weeks and months of SCI crisis when life turns upside down and few medical teams in the US have SCI expertise or lived experience. They bring essential support, connections, life expertise and resources. Blink of an Eye non profit deploys a rapid response HEAL Team for ICU bedside support to create an Extraordinary Experience despite the devastation for SCI families and a personal SCI Navigator for 24/7 support in the first 90 days and throughout the Miracle Year. Blink of an Eye non profit also provides a Multidisciplinary Wrap Around Team and SCI Expert Medical Panel.  Stay tuned for their launch of a National Digital Resource Library, the SCI PLAYBOOK, chocked full of essential SCI information and trauma informed responses for the first hours, days and months after injury. To find out more, get involved, or make a donation, visit www.blinkofaneye.org.

To find out more about Louise visit: www.BlinkofanEye.org, www.BaltimoreMediation.com, www.BeingRelational.com

and www.BaltimoreMediation.com

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by New Mobility:

For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. Please visit https://newmobility.com/ to learn more

Blink of an Eye is sponsored by Baltimore Mediation:

To find out more about cutting edge conflict transformation skills courses to learn relational conflict theory and advocacy, mediation interventions and support for leaders and anyone navigating or facilitating difficult situations, conflict, or trauma, visit the website www.BaltimoreMediation.com and register for nationally certified 40 hour courses, including the Enneagram of personality for mediators to know themselves to stay neutral while offering opportunity for other’s empowerment.