Miraculous Innovations Paving the Way for Those With Rare Diseases
One day about 15 years ago, I was watching a funny show. It was lighthearted and entertaining, yet one comment…
Articles by Ari Anderson
Reconnecting With Old Friends and Other Personal Callings
At first glance, my life may seem unusual. The more people get to know me, though, the more they’ll see…
A Lesson in Hospital Etiquette: Let’s Forgive Others, Not Judge Them
Here comes the latest adventure in the saga to remove my kidney stones. Spoiler alert: I came close to…
Embracing the Coexistence of Joy and Sorrow
While reflecting on my life today, a witty phrase popped into my head. I laughed to myself as I…
Advocacy Starts With Being Kind to Yourself
Today, I thought about the question, “How can I become a better advocate?” For the first time, I realized that…
My Beautiful Journey Toward Personal Growth
Today I want to talk more about my outlook on life, as well as yours. Hopefully, nobody who regularly reads…
Celebrating the Inner Strength of People With Rare Diseases
An object is often considered rare when it has unique, sought-after qualities. But Rare Disease Day, observed on Feb.
Am I in Control, or Is My Chair?
Years before the pandemic, I was visiting a museum in Washington, D.C. A young child looked at me and my…
Special People Enter Our Lives at Unexpected Moments
We all experience moments that change our destiny. For me, it might have been learning whether I had passed a…
Preparing for Surgery, I Search for a New Mantra
I like the saying, “It’s always darkest before the dawn,” but I think it’s overused. We should come up with…