<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Martin Symons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Symons]]></description><link>https://aspectofmartin.wixsite.com/martinsymons/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:10:14 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://aspectofmartin.wixsite.com/martinsymons/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[My Rollercoaster Spine and Castle Neck]]></title><description><![CDATA[I often have Children stare at me in curiosity. On a few occasions many years ago when I’m waiting for a bus, young children of 3-5 years old would look and ask their mum ‘what’s wrong with that man?’ More often than not the mum would tell their child of and cross the road in embarrassment! Children sometimes ask about the bump on my head, or the way I walk. And I welcome it. Curiosity is how we grow. I was born with Klippel-Feil Syndrome, which affects how my spine and neck developed. My...]]></description><link>https://aspectofmartin.wixsite.com/martinsymons/post/my-rollercoaster-spine-and-castle-neck</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ce20738b297b54b73576ec</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:31:04 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Martin Symons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massage and Me: Living With Scoliosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[I’ve been having massages on and off for over 15 years. I was born with Kyphoscoliosis and never had surgery to correct it so I have no metal work. This was because of all the other medical conditions I have. For me, massage is one of the few alternative treatments that genuinely helps with scoliosis—alongside hydrotherapy (and mainstream swimming, if you can cope with cold water!). I started because I thought it might benefit my severe scoliosis. But it’s also supported my mental and general...]]></description><link>https://aspectofmartin.wixsite.com/martinsymons/post/massage-and-me-living-with-scoliosis</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a6a4914a66df1d2905aaeb</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:30:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e820cc_7e0110d5c90743efb7c7b43b6a8a6871~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Martin Symons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Back The Curve: Business &#38; Community Initiative]]></title><description><![CDATA[This has been taken from the Scoliosis, Support and Research charity (formerly Scoliosis Association UK). They are launching a new initiative Empowering workplaces, schools, and communities to take action for people living with scoliosis.   Join the movement supporting early detection, awareness, and better outcomes for scoliosis. Our brand-new  Back The Curve  initiative makes it simple for businesses, workplaces, schools, clubs and community groups to get involved. Whether you want to host...]]></description><link>https://aspectofmartin.wixsite.com/martinsymons/post/back-the-curve-business-community-initiative</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6980d31c855cbe41d33a4460</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:19:03 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Martin Symons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empowering Individual Employers: Join NorCA’s Dedicated Support Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Norfolk, more than 2,000 people use Direct Payments from Adult Social Care to employ their own Personal Assistants (PAs). This model supports independence and personalised care—but navigating it can feel daunting without the right guidance and support. To support Individual Employers, the Norfolk Care Association (NorCA) hosts a dedicated sub-group focused on sharing experiences, accessing expert advice, and improving confidence in managing care. Whether you’re new to Direct Payments or...]]></description><link>https://aspectofmartin.wixsite.com/martinsymons/post/empowering-individual-employers-join-norca-s-dedicated-support-group</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695aae347dfa6edb8f64f2c9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:01:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Martin Symons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome to the Blog: Where Curiosity Meets Courage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hello and thank you for stopping by. This blog is a space where lived experience meets storytelling, where awkward questions become teachable moments, and where everyday adventures—whether in the garden, on the road, or at the vet’s! I write from the perspective of someone who’s had lived experience, navigated visible difference, disability, and the assumptions that come with them. I’ll aim to spark reflection, laughter, and understanding of what it means to belong. Please do sign up to my...]]></description><link>https://aspectofmartin.wixsite.com/martinsymons/post/welcome-to-the-blog-where-curiosity-meets-courage</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692feecfee21510c2ee75554</guid><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:34:04 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Martin Symons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post 1 - Test Blog]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is a test blog designed to explore various themes, ideas, and concepts related to blogging as a medium for expression and...]]></description><link>https://aspectofmartin.wixsite.com/martinsymons/post/welcome-to-my-blog</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6887c6476ab2534c7b0b9d38</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 21:36:36 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Martin Symons</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>