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07/30/2026

For those living with a neurological condition, stress isn't just an emotion, it has a physical address. Discover how nervous system reacts.

06/16/2026

A good day doesn't announce itself.

For a lot of us, it just looks like a morning that cooperated. Coffee got made. The first few steps didn't require a negotiation. Things flowed a little easier than usual.

That's it. That's the whole thing.

I wrote this week about what a good day actually looks like when your normal is different from most people's and why the quiet ones are worth paying attention to.



Link in the comments 👇

06/14/2026

For most of human history, when someone's body moved in ways nobody could explain, the world didn't look for answers. It looked for someone to blame.

We've come a long way. There's still more to go.

The history nobody talks about: https://michaelmantz.com/history-of-ataxia-witchcraft-salem/

06/12/2026

The stumble. The slurred word. The look from a stranger assuming the worst.

That reaction isn't new. For centuries, before anyone had a name for what ataxia actually is, people living with these symptoms were given a different kind of label entirely. Some of it was witchcraft. Some of it was possession. All of it was wrong.

The history of this condition goes back further than most people realize. And some of it still echoes today.

https://michaelmantz.com/history-of-ataxia-witchcraft-salem/

01/20/2026

Not every journey looks the same, but every journey requires resilience. Which one are you?

Pick your strength.

Not every strength looks the same and it should not.

This post features three InspireThread designs, each created to represent a different kind of strength.

Rare Condition Club Tee
Strength through awareness and visibility.

Rare Kid. Real Strength, Youth Tee
Strength carried by young fighters.

Life in Slow Motion Long Sleeve Tee
Strength in patience and steady progress.

Different stories.
Different purposes.
One shared belief that resilience matters.

Explore the full collection here
https://inspirethread.com/collections/all

12/13/2025

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12/10/2025

Most people experience winter as scenery.

For those with movement disorders, it’s something we have to navigate.

Read what winter feels like when balance isn’t automatic: https://michaelmantz.com/winter-with-ataxia/

Ataxia changes how winter feels, turning snow and ice into challenges that demand caution, strength, and tools that help you move safely.

11/27/2025

Wishing everyone a great Thanksgiving!

A day to pause, breathe, and recognize what stayed steady this year. Grateful for the connections, conversations, and community along the way.

-Mike

11/21/2025

Some days move fast. Others force you into slow motion. Living with Ataxia has changed the rhythm of my life and not always in ways I’ve wanted. But often in ways that have taught me something important.

Slower doesn’t mean stuck. It doesn’t mean weak. It means more intentional. More aware.

It means noticing the moments most people walk past.
Read the full post: https://michaelmantz.com/living-in-slow-motion-ataxia/?mc_cid=1016a2b9ca&mc_eid=53e2e8373b

Living in slow motion with Ataxia changes everything. Discover what it truly feels to move differently, and still move forward with strength.

10/29/2025

Ever had days when your mind feels like it’s stuck in fog?

For me, living with Ataxia means brain fog isn’t just occasional — it’s part of daily life. It can throw off conversations, drain energy, and leave you second-guessing yourself.

Read it here 👉 https://michaelmantz.com/ataxia-brain-fog-and-confusion

Thanks for reading, and for helping spread awareness. Every share, like, or comment helps more people learn about Ataxia.