Hawk’s-Eye View – a Column by Hawken Miller

July 8, 2019July 2, 2019

Here’s How I Explain My Experience with Duchenne to Others

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Duchenne muscular dystrophy is not easy for people to wrap their heads around. Most haven’t heard of the disease, which is rare and affects about 1.02 males ages 5 ... Read more

July 1, 2019August 27, 2019

You Can Experience the Beauty of the Outdoors, Even with Duchenne

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It’s hard to find time to spend outside, especially since I have a disease that hampers my mobility, but being outdoors reinvigorates and reboots me, and reconnects me to ... Read more

June 24, 2019August 26, 2019

Moving into a New Life with Duchenne

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I recently started my internship at The Washington Post in Washington, D.C. Getting to this point was a culmination of blood, sweat, and tears throughout all levels of education, ... Read more

June 17, 2019August 26, 2019

Expressing Myself on YouTube with a Disability

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Watching YouTube videos allows me to simultaneously learn something new, laugh out loud, and connect with the gaming community. I never thought I could start a YouTube channel on ... Read more

June 10, 2019June 6, 2019

Scheduling Out Life Makes Living with a Disability Easier

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Combining medical appointments with school, work, and finances can sometimes overwhelm me. My mom used to be the keeper of my schedule, but now it’s all up to me, ... Read more

June 3, 2019August 2, 2019

The Secret to Finding the Right Friends

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Having Duchenne muscular dystrophy is hard because of its progressive nature. I can no longer participate in activities the way I have in the past. As the disease advances, ... Read more

May 20, 2019May 17, 2019

Traveling the World Is Possible, Even with Duchenne

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In a past column, I wrote about focusing on the things I can do rather than those I can’t. One of the things I can do is travel, and ... Read more

May 13, 2019May 9, 2019

Video Games Let Me Be Competitive Without the Need to Be Physical

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I’m not going to be an athlete — and that’s OK. I’ve found a competitive outlet through video games. While sports helps to build friendships and engage in teamwork ... Read more

May 6, 2019May 3, 2019

Dealing with Duchenne and the Power of a Good Night’s Sleep

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College is a busy time in my life. I can easily overbook my schedule and have little time to do homework. I’ve resisted the temptation to stay up late ... Read more

April 29, 2019April 26, 2019

Achieving Balance in College Was Key to My Success

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I attended my final class at the University of Southern California (USC) last Wednesday, and I thought this would be a good time to look back at the ups ... Read more