Believing that there can be better days ahead can help you keep pushing for more progress and further recovery.
Category: Mental Recovery After Stroke
Ideas & tools to help with the mental aspect of stroke recovery.
Simple Breathing Practices to Manage Anxiety After Stroke
Anxiety is a common side effect of stroke, especially considering people can worry about having another stroke.
The Dangers of Setting Deadlines in Stroke Recovery
Setting a date for yourself to be fully recovered is unrealistic and impossible.
The Benefits of Stroke Survivor Support Groups
Why talking with other stroke survivors can be enjoyable and educational.
How to Bounce Back After Setbacks in Stroke Recovery
Setbacks are a challenging yet common aspect of recovery after stroke. The cliché “progress isn’t linear” certainly applies to recovery after stroke.
The Benefits of Journaling in Recovery After Stroke
I’ve found keeping a post-stroke journal to be an incredibly valuable resource as I’ve navigated the ups and downs associated with life after stroke.
Setting Goals in Stroke Recovery
How setting short-term goals can benefit stroke survivors.
How Meditation Can Benefit Stroke Survivors
Why having experience with meditation pre-stroke has proven to be a significant help in my recovery after stroke.
The Power of Mental Practice in Stroke Recovery
Mental practice is not going to provide dramatic overnight improvements, but with repeated practice, it has the potential to be an effective complement to physical therapy in gradually improving physical performance.
The 5 Best Podcasts for Stroke Survivors
The 5 podcasts I found to be most helpful in stroke recovery.
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