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Adapted Adventurer


15 Hilarious and Fun Things You Can Do from Bed
When life throws you a curveball—whether it’s a chronic illness, pain, or just a “can’t get out of bed” day—it can feel like the walls...
Michael Fidler
Jan 233 min read


Engaging Activities for Every Ability: Beyond Sight and Mobility
Life offers so many ways to connect, create, and enjoy, even when certain abilities are limited. Here are some ideas for how to make the...
Michael Fidler
Jan 233 min read


The Silent Shift: From Isolation to Connection in a New World
Imagine this: The alarm clock buzzes, pulling you from sleep into the rhythm of another busy day. The hum of life begins: work meetings,...
Michael Fidler
Jan 173 min read


Coming Soon: A Blog That Brings Joy to Your Day
🌟 Coming Soon: A Blog That Brings Joy to Your Day! 🌟 Ever feel like life needs a little more laughter, creativity, and inspiration? Get...
Michael Fidler
Jan 51 min read


Finding Light in the Shadows: A Journey Through Depression with Gratitude
Life is an unpredictable journey. Some days we wake up with the sun shining in our hearts, and other days, the weight of the world feels...
Michael Fidler
Jan 53 min read


From the Couch to the Trails: How Adaptive Sports Saved My Life
There was a time when I felt like life had left me behind. I was stuck in a rut—same walls, same routines, same thoughts swirling in my...
Michael Fidler
Jan 32 min read


Breaking Barriers: Disability, Inclusion, and the Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and togetherness. But for many of us with disabilities, it can also bring feelings of...
Michael Fidler
Dec 23, 20242 min read


MS Fatigue: When Your Body Thinks You’re Climbing Everest (Even on the Couch)
Let’s talk about one of the most frustrating, downright maddening symptoms of MS: fatigue . Not the kind of tired you can fix with a nap,...
Michael Fidler
Dec 20, 20243 min read


Climbing to New Heights: My First Taste of Adaptive Sports
This photo holds a special place in my heart. I took it back in 2012 during my first experience with adaptive sports, thanks to the...
Michael Fidler
Dec 13, 20242 min read


"58 Years, and I’m Just Getting Started”
When I was a kid, 2025 felt like it belonged in a sci-fi movie. Flying cars, robots doing the laundry, and somehow, me—gray-haired but...
Michael Fidler
Dec 6, 20242 min read


Mindful Moments: Starting Your Day with Curiosity and Creativity
Mindful Moments: Starting Your Day with Curiosity and Creativity Have you ever noticed how the smallest things—things we usually...
Michael Fidler
Dec 2, 20243 min read


The Waiting Room: Finding Joy in the Life You’re Living
Have you ever felt like you’re stuck in The Waiting Room? That place where you’re just…waiting. Not fully living, not fully appreciating...
Michael Fidler
Dec 2, 20243 min read


The Joy of the Box: Finding Happiness in the Simple Things
Have you ever watched a child play with an empty box? It’s pure magic. To them, that box isn’t just a box—it’s a spaceship, a fort, a...
Michael Fidler
Nov 29, 20242 min read


What’s Normal Anyway? Breaking Barriers and Redefining Resilience
“Leave no one behind.” It’s a phrase my friend Joe and I carried with us from our military days—a motto we lived by then, and one we...
Michael Fidler
Nov 27, 20243 min read


My Journey So Far: Finding Strength and Connection
Today, I want to share a bit of my journey with you. My hope is that through this blog, we can become more connected—not just through my...
Michael Fidler
Nov 23, 20243 min read


Battling Boredom: Finding Purpose and Joy in the Day-to-Day
If you’re anything like me, you know that one of the biggest challenges of being home alone while everyone else is off at work is…...
Michael Fidler
Nov 20, 20243 min read


Finding Your Track: The Power of Therapy and Connection
This week, I want to start with what I believe is the most crucial step in any journey of recovery: getting your mind in the right place....
Michael Fidler
Nov 19, 20242 min read


Welcome to Adapted Adventurer: Embracing the Journey, One Challenge at a Time
Hello, friends! Welcome to Adapted Adventurer, where we celebrate life’s journey, no matter how many twists and turns it throws our way....
Michael Fidler
Nov 16, 20242 min read
"Embrace the journey, adapt with courage, and discover new horizons."
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