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29 Candles, 29 Lessons: A Stroke Survivor’s Birthday Reflections
It’s my birthday. Another year older, another year wiser, and another year further down this unexpected path called stroke recovery. 29 years old, and six of those years have been shaped by a life-altering event that knocked me off my feet (literally) and forced me to re-evaluate everything I thought…
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World Mental Health Day: A Journey of Healing
World Mental Health Day serves as a personal reflection on mental health struggles stemming from a culture of silence. The author’s journey began after suffering a stroke at 22, revealing hidden emotional challenges. Speaking up fostered healing and community, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, support, and continually challenging mental health…
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working at the Cedar Foundation: Skillset service
Hi, my name is Andrew Oliver. I am a young stroke survivor, having had a haemorrhagic stroke at the age of 22, which impacted my entire left side. I decided after three months in the hospital that I was going to do whatever it took to live my life, in…
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Finding Strength: My Hospital Days and the Fight to Recover: Part One
A new year, a hospital bed. The shrill cries of a man for his wife echoed in the ward, a haunting start to my recovery. Doctors prodded my memory, while my body fought to find its balance. But the real challenge? A silver-haired man with a volatile temper and a…
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The Day Everything Changed
It was the morning after boxing day. I returned home the night before after a feeling of sickness of the home variety. I awoke to the feeling of drunkenness washing over me, which was strange given that I hadn’t touched alcohol since I was 12 or 13. I got up…
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The Resilience Rundown June 2024 Newsletter
Im writing a monthly newsletter now so here is this months one.
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Healing loudly
I recently discussed their recovery journey in a podcast with The Neuro Mermaid. I realized the importance of being vocal about their experience to inspire others. I plan to update their blog with more details about my life post-stroke, launch a podcast, and work on public speaking to help fellow…
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My first time travelling – How The Light Gets In
I share my experience at the Hay Festival, meeting their hero Steven Bonnell, discussing various topics with him, attending shows, and engaging in thought-provoking panels. i also reflected on the impact of the event and expressed a desire for more photos. The diverse and stimulating experience left me feeling more…
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My first time travelling
I embarked on a challenging journey to the Hay Festival, facing obstacles and experiencing the beauty of Hay-on-Wye. Despite setbacks, such as getting lost and sustaining a hand injury, the resilience and determination prevailed. The trip, a test of stamina, ended triumphantly, leaving the me with valuable lessons and a…
The Long Road Ahead 