Tripping On Air
Mar 9, 2023
Mobility Aids 101
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From cool canes, to sporty trekking poles, to rollators that are literally transformative, mobility aids make life better…eventually. The transition to progressive MS is hard, and freaking out is a reasonable reaction. Grieve. And when you’re ready, tune in to this month’s episode for tips on how to find the right mobility aids that will work for you.
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Nov 24, 2023
2023 Holiday Gift Guide
The annual Tripping On Air Holiday Gift guide is here and it’s bigger and better than ever, because we know that the right gift can make MS, or any chronic illness, suck just a little bit less. We’ve got 19 gifts for people with MS and more than two thousand dollars worth of giveaways you do not want to miss.
AMI and Tripping On Air are getting into the holiday spirit and giving away 16 Prizes from our 2023 MS Holiday Gift Guide.
The contest period begins November 24, 2023, and ends December 7, 2023 and is open to Canadian Residents.
Find full details on our website: https://www.ami.ca/toacontest
Highlights:
* Holiday Gift Guide Introduction (00:30)
* The Best Stocking Stuffers (01:11)
* Pop Sockets, are they still a thing? (05:22)
* Sleep Masks (06:22)
* Door Magnets (07:27)
* No-Tie Elastic Shoelaces (09:01)
* Mobility Aid Flair: Cup holder and Umbrella Attachments (10:17)
* 52 Essential Inclusion Cards by Julie Stamm (12:00)
* “Some Days” Children’s Book by Julie Stamm (14:13)
* MS Gym Membership (15:35)
* “MSing Link” Book by Dr. Gretchen Hawley (17:27)
* VR Headset (19:48)
* LapGear and other Lap Desks (22:30)
* BeCare MSLink App (24:38)
* Little Hotties Charcoal Adhesive Foot Warmers (28:49)
* Mountain Equipment Booties (28:46)
* Penkou Portable Neck Fan (30:28)
* HOPE Collection Bracelets by Jacqueline Lapuck (31:41)
* Pedicures & Professor G's MS-Selfie Newsletter (33:26)
* Indie Lee Skincare Products (36:30)
* Wunder Puff Cropped Jacket from Lululemon, Ideal for Seated Bodies (37:42)
* byACRE Carbon Fiber Rollators (40:59)
* byACRE Nordic Pioneer (42:35)
* Holiday Gift Guide Contest Details (44:23)
* Show Close (44:56)
Related Links:
* Tripping On Air on Instagram
* Gift Guide Contest Website
* Jacqueline Lapuck Jewelry
* Indie Lee Skincare Products
* byACRE Rollators
* The MS Gym
* BeCare MSLink App
* Julie Stamm
* The MSing Link: Dr. Gretchen Hawley
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Nov 10, 2023
Skip The Mistletoe: 12 Tips For Tripping Through The Holidays With MS
Synopsis
Whether it’s fatigue, concerns about accessibility, or even sensory overload, MS can make the festive season feel like more trouble than it’s worth. If you’re tempted to just stay home and sit the celebrations out, this episode is for you. We’ve got 12 tips to make sure your social life isn’t a casualty of MS. Plus, you’re gonna wanna share this episode with the party people in your life, because we’ve got tips for what your friends and family can do to make sure you can all enjoy the holidays together.
Link to :https://trippingonair.com/
Episode Highlights:
Tip 1: Picking an accessible party venue (2:50)
Stopgap.ca: an organization that makes custom ramps to help make inaccessible venues more accessible (3:50)
Tip 2: Pre-Rest Before Events (5:17)
Tip 3: Be Flexible (8:01)
Tip 4: Let Go of the Guilt (9:42)
Tip 5: Lower Your Expectations (12:43)
Tip 6: Have a Plan B (15:11)
Tip 7: If You’re Sick, Stay Home (18:43)
Tip 8: Cut Corners (20:48)
Tip 9: Communicate at a Neutral Time (24:37)
Tip 10: Drink Water, Stick to your Diet, Exercise and Sleep Routine (28:39)
Tip 11: Do not Judge (30:52)
Tip 12: Plan for Downtime the Day After a Party (33:17)
Alex’s Band: Howlin’ Circus (34:54)
About Ardra
Ardra Shephard is a sought-after writer, consultant, and speaker, whose award-winning blog Tripping On Air has an international reach and reputation. Ardra is the creator and host of AMI-tv’s lifestyle series Fashion Dis. Ardra’s personal essays and non-fiction work have appeared in FASHION magazine, InStyle, WebMD and others. Ardra has a regular column with BezzyMS (Ask Ardra Anything), and a powerful social media presence. Yahoo Lifestyle reported that “@ms_trippingonair is the number one chronic illness account to follow on Instagram.”
Reference: https://trippingonair.com/about-me
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Oct 13, 2023
Sick Little Secret: The Pros and Cons of Coming Out with MS
One third of people with MS keep their diagnosis classified. Of those, one in ten hide their MS from family members and romantic partners. We chat with Juan Garrido, a proud member of the 2SLGBTQ+ and MS communities about the parallels between homophobia and ableism and how ultimately being accepted for who you are starts with accepting and loving yourself.
Synopsis:
On this episode of 'Tripping on Air' hosts, Ardra Shephard & Alex Hajjar talk to Juan Garrido about his experiences as a member of both the queer and MS communities. They discuss the similarities between homophobia and ableism, the importance of community support, and the different ways individuals choose to disclose their MS diagnosis, highlighting the need for diverse representation and support for people with MS.
Episode Highlights:
* Sharing low-key medical trauma stories with friends (0:30)
* The Challenges of being “out” with MS and why people stay in the MS closet (2:30)
* How are ableism and homophobia similar? (6:09)
* Is the concept of “Coming Out” antiquated or a signal of pride in one’s identity? (13:51)
* Juan’s first-year post diagnosis. (16:46)
* Juan’s advice on how to balance the need to fit in versus being accepted for who you are (28:42)
About Juan Garrido:
Juan Luis Garrido is a digital strategist, a co-chair for the LGBT YouthLine, an advocate for the MS Society.
Reference:
https://myrules.ca/en/ms-stories/juan-luis-garrido
Host Descriptions:
Ardra is a fair-skinned woman with faux blonde hair and all natural freckles, who uses mobility aids to ambulate.
Alex is a formerly-haired bespectacled dude with olive-skin and broad-shoulders.
Relevant links:
https://trippingonair.com/
https://trippingonair.com/2021/04/whats-the-big-deal-about-coming-out-with-ms.html
https://www.mssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/news/new-research-ms-week-shows-13-people-ms-kept-it-secret
https://www.bezzyms.com/discover/real-talk-ms/health-hiding-an-ms-diagnosis-is-way-too-common-something-has-to-change/
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