Today, I had a little girl email me a simple question: How do you live with Tourette syndrome….with all the people saying stuff?
She went on to tell me she received the movie Front of the Class, and it was the best thing she got for Christmas.
It was just a simple reminder that kids are still figuring out the game of life. So with that, I remind everyone what has helped me overcome the challenges of living with Tourette syndrome. I hope these ideas help others move forward to follow their dreams.
1) Keep that positive attitude
2) Focus on your strengths…….show the world what makes you shine
3) Educate everyone who will listen and tell them about Tourette syndrome and the challenges you face
4) Never give up……every time someone tells you that you can’t do something, prove them wrong! Show them not only can you do it, but you can do it better than others
5) Surround yourself with people who believe in you
6) Don’t make excuses, because the first excuse will lead to another, after another, after another
7) Find your passion in life and go for it
8 Last but not least……….Don’t let Tourette syndrome win! Don’t allow any of your weaknesses in life get the best of you!
While we are talking about Tourette Syndrome, you can help support the National Tourette Syndrome Association by clicking on the link below and vote to help them win $1 million in the Chase Community Giving Contest. Spread the word. Each person gets five votes and be sure to place one with TSA. Thanks for the support!
http://apps.facebook.com/chasecommunitygiving/charities/744837
Don’t forget, Front of the Class will be on CBS the evening of February 6, 2010.
You can also learn more about the Brad Cohen Tourette Foundation, Inc at www.bradcohentourettefoundation.com
Cheers, Brad
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