6. The Truth about Returning to Work after Stroke or Significant Major Medical Life Event

03/09/23 • 43 min

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There is the way people tell you it will go and then it probably would be amazing if it did go that way when returning to work after stroke or major medical life event. And to be quite honest, I hope it goes that way for you. I don't likelihood that it goes the ideal way is pretty slim.
The truth is without sugarcoating. It going back to work is going to be difficult for you for your family and for your employer. In this episode, we talk about the good the bad the ugly. There things that can make it easier for everybody involved and hopefully this is both hopeful and helpful.
It was not easy for me, but I really genuinely did not know how to navigate it very well at the time, and to be honest, I don't think any of us involved really had a clue just how hard it would be.
There are definitely some things to look out for along the way, and I try to highlight those in this episode.
The reality is, it is going to be one of the hardest challenge is your face of the many. Communication is one of the most important parts and if your company and you do it well in the beginning there is hope, but it does not come without a price and some learning along the way.
Chances are in this episode I over communicate and over explain but just know that if these things happen to me, they could happen to anybody, so I help is helps you get on the right path to returning to work if that impact is the goal, whether you stay working at the company you work for prior or you go onto another company or another profession and field I think all these skills are both able to be learned from and give you unique perspective as you more forward working in any capacity.
As always, please feel free to reach out to the show and let me know your experience. I am curious to hear of others have had similar experience and what are some things that

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5. Things People Say That Get Old and Tired Quickly After You Have a Stroke, Brain Injury, or Similar. Explained by an Actual Survivor

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After having a stroke, you will hear well-intentioned but unhelpful comments from others. One common remark is, "Things aren't going to be the same." While this may be true, it doesn't provide any practical guidance or support for the survivor.
It's important to remember that you can't control what other people say or how they react to your situation. However, you can control your own thoughts and emotions. It's natural to feel frustrated or hurt by insensitive comments, but dwelling on them will only prolong the recovery process.
Some people may doubt your abilities or question your progress, which can be discouraging. Others may offer misguided advice or suggest treatments that have no scientific basis. While it's important to listen to the opinions of medical professionals and loved ones, ultimately, YOU the survivor know your own body best.
While people may say insensitive or unhelpful things after a stroke, it's important to focus on what you can control: your own thoughts and emotions. Surround yourself with supportive people, and trust in your own abilities to recover and adapt to the challenges ahead because the rest is just noise, and most people don't have a clue! As always, if you have any thoughts or suggestions questions are tips feel free to email the show I'd love to hear from you!

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7. The Million Dollar Question? How Long Does Stroke Recovery Take?

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Without a doubt the number one question by stroke survivors, caregivers, family, and friends is according to my experience and research is...
"How long does it take?" Unfortunately, you probably won't get the answer you're hoping for because that doesn't actually exist! But I do my very best to explain, as a stroke survivor myself all the factors that play a part so that you can make the most informed decision for you and your situation.
"It is going to be a lot of hard work, but it is worth it. Persevere and reassess your life, and you can make progress each day."
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. What is the biggest question survivors of stroke and brain injury ask when they begin their recovery journey?
2. How can stroke survivors make progress in their recovery journey, even when it takes time?
3. How does age and preexisting health conditions impact the process of recovery after a stroke or brain injury?
In this episode on I talk a little bit about why I started a community because it is not easy to navigate the stroke recovery process and of course. As with any question in life, the answer is it depends.
And I don't say that to sugarcoat things, I just want to give you the realist most true answer to this question, because according to every search engine and my own experience, it is the number one question, and also the hardest question to answer and get information on.
I explain why this is such a difficult question to answer without knowing each individual persons situation. Doctors, medical, staff, nurses, etc. Able to help answer questions, and I think at least here in the states, there is concern, sometimes of giving too much information or too little information without knowing all of the things that go into a particular situation.
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