BORN TO STAND OUT

Jessica Fernandez sometimes looks through a microscope — and sometimes feels as if she’s under one. At just 4 feet 2 inches tall, this doctor knows that she doesn’t look like her fellow medical professionals. And that’s OK.

“Why would I want to fit in when I was born to stand out?” she asks Growing Bolder.

Jessica was diagnosed with Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia at just 3 years old. It’s a rare genetic disorder that essentially means that she stopped growing. But she never stopped chasing her dreams.

Click here to hear Jessica's inspirational story.

ALZHEIMER'S & BRAIN AWARENESS MONTH

Stephen Jepson says he has a way that can help you build brain cells, develop neural pathways and prevent or delay Alzheimer’s and dementia. What is his prescription? Play! Watch this incredible story.

Molly Middleton Meyer lost both parents to Alzheimer’s and now her groundbreaking work is bringing hope, peace and happiness to Alzheimer’s patients and their families. Step inside here!

Jamieson Thomson Thomas is the queen of comebacks. After a devastating car accident, she worked to regain the rowing skills that helped her win a national championship. At the same time, she finally decided to pursue the passion of her youth and launch a new career as a full-time fine artist. Learn more about her story here, and share her inspirational words on Facebook!

What advice would you share with your younger self? That's one of the questions we hope you'll answer in a new project we're calling "Your Take." Your answers may be featured in an upcoming issue of Growing Bolder Magazine, or shared on our website. Head here to let us know (you don't have to share your name or other information if you'd prefer staying anonymous).

Thanks to our Growing Bolder Partners and Sponsors!

On July 8, Dr. Robert Masson, Growing Bolder’s medical director and the founder of the Masson Spine Institute, will be racing with his son Kyle in the IMSA Prototype Challenge (MPC class), sharing the No. 11 Masson Spine Institute Elan DP02 car. Good luck, team!

Have you heard about the lifestyle protection you can achieve in retirement with a bucket plan? Do you want a secure retirement, free from worry, stress, and confusion?

The Bucket Plan® is a book or anyone serious about creating a practical and sensible plan for retirement and Jeannette Bajalia, Founder and President of Woman’s Worth®, has written a foreword. If you're in the Florida area and want a no-cost copy, head here for details!