60 Seconds with…
60 Seconds with… is our Newsletter column by Trudi Dawson, collecting the voices of patients and families, who want to share their experiences with BCM.
60 Seconds with… is our Newsletter column by Trudi Dawson, collecting the voices of patients and families, who want to share their experiences with BCM.
I love hiking, being lost in wild spaces. I really enjoy martial arts practice and recently discovered a passion…
I am retired from paid employment but I gained a BSc. in Mechanical Engineering (without seeing the board once….
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I currently work in the Gym Group, Crawley as the Assistant General Manager. I aspire to be a General Manager at some point down the line. …
For more than thirty years, I was the psychologist for North Carolina’s Division of Services for the Blind. Since retiring from that position, I have worked as a lay pastor, …
I was president of my highschool’s Latin Club, was elected into …
I am currently a research associate at a university in Germany and pursuing a PhD project in the Study of Religions. I occasionally also teach…
I have worked so many different things in my life. Professional education as a baker.
Forklift driver (really), warehouse manager, furniture mover. Since 25 in IT for a Bavarian automotive manufacturer as external employee
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I grew up at a time when there was not much information about BCM, so I would suggest educating yourself about BCM. On a personal note, I would encourage parents to test the limits of what their children can do – be protective, but not over-protective. You will be shocked at how functional your child can be if you let them explore their interests.
I was a Machinist. I would have liked to have been a Cowboy and Rancher all my life…
I don’t like doing things that remind me that I can’t see as well as others. Not much for spending time outside. I like NASCAR and watching movies.
Don’t be afraid to inform others about what lighting conditions are ideal for you to see or participate in an activity. Most people are very willing to accommodate you.
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After a lifetime with BCM, here are a number of tips from various times of life:
As a young person, stand up to bullies, but don’t let anger guide your response to ignorant people. Always study and work hard – if you are well-respected and liked, many wonderful people will set up to mentor you and help you overcome educational and occupational obstacles related to BCM.
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