090 Time, Resilience & the Pressure to be "Normal." [Abigail's Scoliosis Story]

In this episode of The Time Management Podcast, I share my personal story of being diagnosed with scoliosis age 16, undergoing two major spinal surgeries age 19, and what this journey has taught me about time, resilience, and the pressure to be "normal."

Since June is Scoliosis Awareness Month, it felt like the right time to finally share this story.

In this episode we talked about:

• The mindset shift from diagnosis to decision.
• How scoliosis shaped my life, career, and daily routines.
• The impact of societal expectations around "fitting in."
• The hidden costs of trying to be “normal.”
• Neurodivergence, inclusion, and the importance of self-advocacy.
• Practical tips for advocating for your health and your needs.

Homework for You:

• What have you overcome that shaped who you are today?
• What are you not appreciating about yourself right now?
• Who are you not appreciating for their role in your journey?

➜ If you'd like to work with me one-to-one, book me to speak, or get a copy of my book, all the links are in the show notes.

📧 Email questions or thoughts to: [e-mail]

Referenced Episodes:

• Episode 20: Why Movement is Medicine with Dr. Esther Fox
• Episode 26: Managing Scoliosis Pain with Yoga with Ely Bartone
• Episode 30: Neurodivergence and Time with Pasha Marlowe

⏰ It’s your Time!

 

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ABOUT ABIGAIL BARNES:

Abigail Barnes is the founder & CEO of Success by Design Training, an award-winning entrepreneur, author, speaker, and corporate trainer on time management and productive wellbeing. She is a qualified coach and creator of the renowned 888 Formula.

In February 2012 at the age of 32 Abigail had a stroke on a work business trip to Boston USA. This was her wakeup call; time is precious and we don’t have any to waste!

Success by Design Training is on a mission to teach 5 million peop