Moving Mountains

06/04/2026

I know what it feels like when your nervous system won’t switch off — that heavy fog, the jumpiness, the sensitivity to light and sound. Today I’m sharing gentle yoga and a quick meditation you can do anywhere — standing, seated, or in a wheelchair — to help reset your nervous system and find a little calm.

Why this helps: deep belly breaths stimulate the vagus nerve and tell your body it’s safe. Even five minutes of mindful movement can clear mental static. Try the 4-7-8 breath right now: inhale 4, hold 7 (if comfortable), exhale 8 — three rounds.

Choose a practice that fits you: a 10-minute gentle flow for standing balance, or chair yoga for neck, shoulder and spine ease. Small moves. Big impact.

I’m rooting for you. Try five minutes of silence today — no phone, no TV. Then tell me: how did it feel? Let’s support each other. 🌊🪑

Read the full practice and watch the videos: https://wix.to/BWund6B

After a brain injury, our nervous system can often feel like it’s stuck in "high alert" or "survival mode." This can lead to that heavy brain fatigue we talked about, as well as increased sensitivity to light and sound.

06/02/2026

I love feeding people — and I mean everyone. Today’s post shares three brain-healthy recipes so every eater at your table is covered: Tuna Cakes (for my fish-lovers), Eggplant Pesto Pasta (vegetarian), and Cabbage & Walnut Lasagna (vegan).

Food nourishes the body and comforts the mind. I’ll also sprinkle in small facts about brain-boosting ingredients so these meals do more than taste good — they help support recovery.

Got a recipe or ingredient you want featured? Send it my way. Let’s make the table welcoming for everyone. 💚🍽️

Read the full recipes and tips — and join our supportive community: https://wix.to/DZNspw7

Sharing a wonderful recipe for all eaters, sharing a vegetarian recipe for my non-meat eaters, and sharing a vegan recipe for my non-meat & non-dairy eaters!

06/02/2026

May has been a blur — tender, tearful, and strangely honest. Two years after a sudden TBI and strokes left me disabled at 34, I still wrestle with limits. Some days I grieve the person I thought I’d be. Other days I choose to do my creative best with what I’ve been given. That choice has led me here: building Moving Mountains — a community shaped by lived experience. I connect survivors and caregivers to support groups, paratransit options, and financial-aid resources because I’ve walked this path myself. If you’re navigating life after brain injury, you don’t have to do it alone. Read my latest reflection and find resources that helped me: https://wix.to/CNKBzT3 Let’s talk — what’s helped you most in a dark season? 🌱💬

As I’m sure is the case for you and yours, May has been a blur…and a particularly tender and tearful blur for me. It’s tempting to resent the limitations closing in around us. They force us to acknowledge the people we will never be. The dreams that will have to die. The paths we cannot travel...

06/01/2026

I know what it’s like to grieve the way your brain used to work. I also know joy can live right alongside that grief. Today’s post — “Finding Joy in the Midst of the Middle” — is for anyone walking a long tunnel: survivors, caregivers, friends.

Joy isn’t denial. It’s a choice we make when we believe God is working in the hard places. Small things count: a clear word, a calm minute, a steamed cup in the morning. Those glimmers matter.

Read the short reflection, watch the companion video, and take the Warrior Challenge: tell one person about a moment you felt God’s peace this week. Let’s hold space for both the ache and the hope — together. ⚓🕊️

Join us and find resources, support groups, and practical help for recovery at the link below. Let Jess — a survivor herself — walk with you through this.

When we talk about "suffering," we often speak of it as something to get through—a dark tunnel we hope to exit quickly. But for many of us, the tunnel is long. We grieve the way our brains used to work, the ease of conversation we once had, and the energy we used to take for granted.

06/01/2026

Today is the last day to sign up for camp! Free to those with a brain injury and their plus one. 9 spots left!

05/30/2026

Getting welcome bags ready for our campers!! It is going to be the BEST day!

If you have a brain injury and want to engage with others who are in the same boat, there’s still time to register!

June 1st is the deadline!

https://www.movingmountains24.org/registration

05/30/2026

Today we mark a life that changed how we see the natural world — and remind ourselves why connection, curiosity, and stewardship matter. I read about Sir David Attenborough turning 100 and felt both inspired and urgent. His films opened our eyes; now we have to act.

At Moving Mountains I draw on my own journey after brain injury to help survivors and caregivers find the resources they need — practical supports like adaptive transportation and paratransit, guidance on financial aid, and empathetic peer groups that actually get it. If a story can move millions, our community can move one life at a time.

Read the piece and then reach out if you or someone you care for needs help navigating recovery supports. We’re here to listen, connect, and advocate — from daily transport solutions to finding financial assistance for medical needs.

Who in your life deserves support today? Tag them or share this post and let’s start the conversation. 🌱💬

Sir David Attenborough, the British broadcaster and natural historian whose nature documentaries transformed how audiences see the natural world, turns 100 today.

05/29/2026

To ALL Walmart Associates!!! We are a 501(c)(3) that YOU can give to through Spark Good! Here’s a snippet of the email I received:

“We're excited to share that from June 1–July 4, 2026, Walmart and Sam's Club will match eligible associate donations 1:1 made through the Spark Good Associate Giving platform during the Make a Difference Campaign, up to a total company match cap of $2 million.”

I hope that you all will think of Moving Mountains during this season of giving! Your donations always make a huge difference in the lives of our warriors. 🏔️ 💪🏼

05/28/2026

Camp registration deadline is coming up on June 1st! We still have about 10 spots open. Camp is free to you and your caregiver, if you need an extra set of hands.

This day camp is for those with a brain injury. If you have sustained a TBI, had a stroke, have cerebral palsy, had a brain aneurysm or tumor, or are facing cognitive difficulties due to MS and cancer treatments- you are ALL welcomed!

We do have a shuttle service for everyone coming from Northern Virginia - they will be meeting in Springfield and you can click that box if you need that service.

Hope to see you there! Either scan the QR code or go to https://www.movingmountains24.org/registration

05/23/2026

We’re kicking off our Memorial Day Weekend Sale — and we mean kick it wide open. I’m proud to share 75% off two practical items that support everyday recovery: our Water Bottle and Canvas Tote Bag. Perfect for appointments, support-group meetups, or just getting outside.

I know firsthand how small, useful things can make a big difference. These items are simple, durable, and made to be part of your routine. Grab them now while the sale is live (May 23–26). Link below — and if you need help finding resources beyond gear, reach out. We’re here for survivors and caregivers, always. ❤️

Shop now: https://www.movingmountains24.org//product-page