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Strokes and Stereotyping
Being a stroke survivor at a young age is not an easy experience. When people hear that you have had a stroke, they often assume that you are weak, fragile, and unable to live a normal life. This stereotype can be frustrating and demoralizing, especially when you are trying to…
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(5) things I’ve learned living with a stroke
That you can’t do everything yourself I was always fiercely independent before my stroke, and I wanted to be that way after, but unfortunately it was not meant to be. My life has made me rely on others, and for the most part I have. It’s made me see that…
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Stroke: My experience of early recovery
So I’m only getting round to this now, after a month of ups & downs for me in terms of my stroke and recovery from it, but it has given me time to think about things I haven’t shared with you before, so I figure now is the best time.…
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The best compliment i received
What was the best compliment you’ve received? That I’m remarkably happy, given the rollercoaster of a life I’ve been through. It’s strange when i think about it. After all, my mother left when I was 11. I went to the worst period of my life in the years, after still…
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Masculinity and Stroke
Rule 1: Be strong. Rule 2: Fix things. Rule 3: If you are hurt, rub some dirt on it and walk it off. Rule 4: Under no circumstances should you ever, ever admit that you are scared. For twenty-two years, I followed this script. I was the protagonist of my…
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7 things having a stroke has taught me
As a stroke survivor, I have learned a lot about myself and life in general. The experience has taught me so many valuable lessons that have helped me appreciate life more and live it to the fullest. Here are the top 7 things that having a stroke has taught me:…
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5 tips for inspiration when recovering from a stroke.
As a stroke survivor, I know firsthand how life can change in an instant. At the age of 21, I suffered a stroke that left me paralysed on one side of my body and unable to speak. It was a devastating blow, and for a long time, I struggled to…
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What makes me anxious?
What makes you most anxious? Being a stroke survivor at the age of 27 is not something that many people can relate to. It’s been six years since the stroke that left me with a weak left arm and leg. While I’ve learned to adjust to life with a disability,…
The Long Road Ahead 