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

November 4, 2019October 31, 2019

Goals Can Simplify Our Complicated Lives

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It can sometimes feel like everything is against us when doctor appointments and physical barriers bombard us. If we focus on the day-to-day challenges, we forget what we’re doing ... Read more

October 7, 2019October 3, 2019

The Right Job Can Help You Find Fulfillment and Purpose

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I’ve just wrapped up my internship with The Washington Post. My experience has made me think about the added benefits that a job brings. When you have Duchenne muscular ... Read more

September 23, 2019November 13, 2019

Redefining the Word ‘Independence’

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Since early childhood, we have all strived to become independent. We want to be able to do things on our own. However, to achieve independence with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, ... Read more

September 9, 2019September 5, 2019

Regular Checkups Can Help You Stay Well for as Long as Possible

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Life can get hectic sometimes, especially when you are dealing with a rare disease such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy. However, you shouldn’t let your busy schedule prevent you from ... Read more

August 26, 2019September 25, 2019

The Importance of Respecting and Listening to Your Parents

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Last week, I wrote an open letter to parents of kids with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Now I want to offer some words of advice to those kids. Your parents ... Read more

August 19, 2019September 11, 2019

An Open Letter to Duchenne Parents

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Whether your child has been living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy for years or was just diagnosed, I’m here to remind you that it isn’t the end of the world. ... Read more

August 12, 2019September 18, 2019

Don’t Let Duchenne Stop You from Having Fun

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Being reliant on a wheelchair is not always easy, but there’s no reason to let wheels stop you from getting out and having a good time. Modern technology and ... Read more

August 5, 2019September 11, 2019

Duchenne Takes My Physical Abilities, but Not My Powers of Observation

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I believe that my physical limitations heighten my observational skills and journalistic Spidey sense. Throughout my life, I’ve realized that I notice and remember the finer details that my ... Read more

July 29, 2019September 11, 2019

Scheduling Time for Rest Gives Me Fuel to Pursue My Passions

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I have a lot going on in my life right now, and I don’t get enough time to rest. I’m transitioning to independent living, keeping track of my income ... Read more

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