Hope Survives | Brain Injury Podcast
156 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratingsHave you or a loved one experienced a traumatic brain injury, stroke, concussion, or ABI? This podcast is for you. Providing practical tools and inspirational interviews to equip, educate, and encourage the brain injury community. Hosted by award-winning TBI survivor, advocate, and singer/songwriter Cristabelle Braden, this is an uplifting podcast to bring hope to your darkest days.
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40. Vestibular Rehab + Ways to Improve/Maintain Recovery (with Sonia Vovan, PT)
February 11, 2022 16:44 - 58 minutes - 66.4 MBAfter a brain injury, the vestibular system can be impacted and cause symptoms such as feeling off-balance, dizziness, vertigo, headaches, vision, and more. So this week we are discussing all things vestibular recovery with Sonia Vovan, PT! Sonia is here to share her expertise and educate us on all things vestibular rehabilitation, focusing on things we can do to improve recovery. We will also talk about the difference between chronic vs. acute vestibular issues, and practical things we can...
39. Applying Creativity to Brain Injury Recovery (with Ali Rheaume)
February 04, 2022 17:36 - 45 minutes - 51.6 MBWhat does it mean to have a creative mindset - and how can it help recovery? Let’s talk about it! This week Cristabelle is joined by fellow survivor Ali Rheaume to discuss the benefits of creativity, and how having a creative mindset can aid in adaptability. This is an encouraging episode full of practical tips and application points! Ali will also share how incorporating creativity in rehabilitation helped her go from a 10% functioning level and nonverbal after TBI to where she is today! ...
Loss of Identity, Grieving the "Old Life," + How it Affects Families (with Cyndie Braden)
January 28, 2022 15:03 - 47 minutes - 53.9 MBThe “loss of identity” can be so hard to describe after a brain injury. On the one hand, you are still “you” - but you also don’t feel like yourself. There is also a grief that comes with losing the life you had before the injuries. This week, Cristabelle dives deep into this struggle that survivors face and provides hope in knowing you are more than your brain injury. Then, Cristabelle’s mother Cyndie Braden is here to talk about the caregiver side. Loss of identity does not just affect th...
38. Loss of Identity, Grieving the "Old Life," + How it Affects Families (with Cyndie Braden)
January 28, 2022 15:03 - 47 minutes - 53.9 MBThe “loss of identity” can be so hard to describe after a brain injury. On the one hand, you are still “you” - but you also don’t feel like yourself. There is also a grief that comes with losing the life you had before the injuries. This week, Cristabelle dives deep into this struggle that survivors face and provides hope in knowing you are more than your brain injury. Then, Cristabelle’s mother Cyndie Braden is here to talk about the caregiver side. Loss of identity does not just affect th...
Identity after Injuries - Survivor Story (with Cali Lonardelli)
January 21, 2022 14:41 - 51 minutes - 58.4 MBHow do you define yourself when everything about your life has changed? Cali Lonardelli is a survivor of multiple brain injuries, and this week she shares her story of perseverance and hope. As a teenager, she went from an accomplished athlete in gymnastics and pole vaulting to struggling to be able to walk. Her journey has taken her through many years of symptoms and learning to live with a new reality, as well as Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) eating disorder. Cali is a true o...
37. Identity after Injuries - Survivor Story (with Cali Lonardelli)
January 21, 2022 14:41 - 51 minutes - 58.4 MBHow do you define yourself when everything about your life has changed? Cali Lonardelli is a survivor of multiple brain injuries, and this week she shares her story of perseverance and hope. As a teenager, she went from an accomplished athlete in gymnastics and pole vaulting to struggling to be able to walk. Her journey has taken her through many years of symptoms and learning to live with a new reality, as well as Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) eating disorder. Cali is a true o...
Learning Accommodations + Self-Worth Post-Injury (with Carly Endres, MS, CBIS)
January 14, 2022 22:15 - 52 minutes - 60 MBWhen a brain injury changes your cognitive abilities, your self-worth can be affected. For survivors attending school or in any type of learning environment, it can be hard to keep up because of symptoms and fatigue. Cristabelle knows this firsthand, as she had her first TBI during high school and attended college post-injury. Today we are talking about difficulties with learning after a brain injury, what sort of accommodations are helpful, and how to advocate for yourself. Educator Carly E...
36. Learning Accommodations + Self-Worth Post-Injury (with Carly Endres, MS, CBIS)
January 14, 2022 22:15 - 52 minutes - 60 MBWhen a brain injury changes your cognitive abilities, your self-worth can be affected. For survivors attending school or in any type of learning environment, it can be hard to keep up because of symptoms and fatigue. Cristabelle knows this firsthand, as she had her first TBI during high school and attended college post-injury. Today we are talking about difficulties with learning after a brain injury, what sort of accommodations are helpful, and how to advocate for yourself. Educator Carly E...
35. Exercise Intolerance + Ways to Increase Movement (with Dr. Mark Heisig)
January 07, 2022 14:22 - 57 minutes - 65.3 MBIt is common to develop exercise intolerance while recovering from a brain injury. Today, Dr. Mark Heisig is here to explain why this happens, and give advice for survivors on how to increase movement. Some topics covered: the relationship between symptoms and exercise, autonomic system dysfunction, different types of exercise affect on the brain, suggestions for where to start with increasing movement, and more. Connect with Dr. Mark Heisig and sign up for his newsletter at drheisig.com ...
Exercise Intolerance + Ways to Increase Movement (with Dr. Mark Heisig)
January 07, 2022 14:22 - 57 minutes - 65.3 MBIt is common to develop exercise intolerance while recovering from a brain injury. Today, Dr. Mark Heisig is here to explain why this happens, and give advice for survivors on how to increase movement. Some topics covered: the relationship between symptoms and exercise, autonomic system dysfunction, different types of exercise affect on the brain, suggestions for where to start with increasing movement, and more. Connect with Dr. Mark Heisig and sign up for his newsletter at drheisig.com ...
34. Warrior Words of Hope
December 31, 2021 15:08 - 41 minutes - 47.1 MBWhat does it mean to be a brain injury warrior? To kick off the new year, here are some words of hope from 6 incredible survivors. 0:00 Intro 2:21 Cristabelle: Warrior Words of Hope 10:20 Tanya Gauthier: Keep Going 14:02 Jo Ann Glim: Resilience 20:25 Shane Warner: Never Quit 24:07 Ali Rheaume: Combatting Fear 29:34 Rachel Rose Dombeck: Self-Kindness 34:04 Tracy Yatsko Onyekanne: Surviving is Fighting Hosted by Cristabelle Braden: @cristabellebraden | facebook.com/cristabellebraden |...
Warrior Words of Hope
December 31, 2021 15:08 - 41 minutes - 47.1 MBWhat does it mean to be a brain injury warrior? To kick off the new year, here are some words of hope from 6 incredible survivors. Season 2 - Episode 7 0:00 Intro 2:21 Cristabelle: Warrior Words of Hope 10:20 Tanya Gauthier: Keep Going 14:02 Jo Ann Glim: Resilience 20:25 Shane Warner: Never Quit 24:07 Ali Rheaume: Combatting Fear 29:34 Rachel Rose Dombeck: Self-Kindness 34:04 Tracy Yatsko Onyekanne: Surviving is Fighting Hosted by Cristabelle Braden: @cristabellebraden | facebook.c...
33. Life is Not a Highlight Reel (Cristabelle Braden)
December 24, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 54.7 MBThere is a trend to post highlights of the year on social media. But do you find that actually hard to do, or even see from others? Living with brain injury, it is easy to feel discouraged from setbacks, or a recovery timeline you had in mind, or comparing to the "old you" and grieving the life before, as well as coping with symptoms on a daily basis. Listen as Cristabelle discusses all of this, while also sharing some of her personal journey through TBI. Life is not a highlight reel. And ...
33. Life is Not a Highlight Reel
December 24, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 54.7 MBThere is a trend to post highlights of the year on social media. But do you find that actually hard to do, or even see from others? Living with brain injury, it is easy to feel discouraged from setbacks, or a recovery timeline you had in mind, or comparing to the "old you" and grieving the life before, as well as coping with symptoms on a daily basis. Listen as Cristabelle discusses all of this, while also sharing some of her personal journey through TBI. Life is not a highlight reel. And ...
Life is Not a Highlight Reel
December 24, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 54.7 MBThere is a trend to post highlights of the year on social media. But do you find that actually hard to do, or even see from others? Living with brain injury, it is easy to feel discouraged from setbacks, or a recovery timeline you had in mind, or comparing to the "old you" and grieving the life before, as well as coping with symptoms on a daily basis. Listen as Cristabelle discusses all of this, while also sharing some of her personal journey through TBI. Life is not a highlight reel. And ...
Victory through Visible & Invisible Disability (Lisa’s Story)
December 17, 2021 13:55 - 49 minutes - 56.2 MBLisa is a fighter, living with both an invisible injury (TBI) and physical disability. She was born with Spina Bifida and hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain), contracted spinal meningitis as an infant, and has been an advocate for disabilities her entire life. Then, in 2011 she sustained a traumatic brain injury from an accident playing wheelchair basketball. This is an episode that is sure to inspire and encourage all who listen, as Lisa Pubantz eloquently shares her story of victory. She ...
32. Victory through Visible & Invisible Disability (Lisa’s Story)
December 17, 2021 13:55 - 49 minutes - 56.2 MBLisa is a fighter, living with both an invisible injury (TBI) and physical disability. She was born with Spina Bifida and hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain), contracted spinal meningitis as an infant, and has been an advocate for disabilities her entire life. Then, in 2011 she sustained a traumatic brain injury from an accident playing wheelchair basketball. This is an episode that is sure to inspire and encourage all who listen, as Lisa Pubantz eloquently shares her story of victory. She ...
31. Hormones after Brain Injury (with Dr. Meaghan Kirschling)
December 10, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutes - 65 MBDid you know that hormones can be affected by a brain injury? Hormonal imbalances can actually be a contributing factor to persistent symptoms, along with affecting sleep, stress response, and reproductive systems. Today, Dr. Meaghan Kirschling is here to talk about some of these potential hormonal changes, and how it could potentially affect a brain injury survivor. We also including variables in age, differences between male and female, and sex drive. NOTES 0:00 Intro 4:29 Introducing ...
Hormones after Brain Injury (with Dr. Meaghan Kirschling)
December 10, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutes - 65 MBDid you know that hormones can be affected by a brain injury? Hormonal imbalances can actually be a contributing factor to persistent symptoms, along with affecting sleep, stress response, and reproductive systems. Today, Dr. Meaghan Kirschling is here to talk about some of these potential hormonal changes, and how it could potentially affect a brain injury survivor. We also including variables in age, differences between male and female, and sex drive. Season 2 - Episode 4 NOTES 0:00 In...
Minisode: Emotional Responses after Brain Injury + How it Affects Relationships
December 08, 2021 20:21 - 23 minutes - 26.6 MBEmotions after brain injury can come in extremes - highs, lows, outbursts - or you can end up just feeling "blank" or nothing at all. Survivors also could have a hard time expressing their emotions and verbalizing it. Emotions also affect our identity, how we view ourselves, and directly impact our relationships. Today, Cristabelle leads us through all of this, sharing some personal examples along with encouragement for listeners. [Season 2 - Minisode 2] Join the online community & monthly...
30. Emotional Responses after Brain Injury + How it Affects Relationships
December 08, 2021 20:21 - 23 minutes - 26.6 MBEmotions after brain injury can come in extremes - highs, lows, outbursts - or you can end up just feeling "blank" or nothing at all. Survivors also could have a hard time expressing their emotions and verbalizing it. Emotions also affect our identity, how we view ourselves, and directly impact our relationships. Today, Cristabelle leads us through all of this, sharing some personal examples along with encouragement for listeners. Join the online community & monthly zoom support group (Next...
Emotional Dysregulation (with Rebecca Quinn & Carly Endres from NDBIN)
December 03, 2021 14:29 - 52 minutes - 59.6 MB"A brain injury is the only time that we ask the injured body part to regulate itself..." How do you handle emotions after brain injury? What are some ways to help? Let's talk about it! Today Cristabelle is joined by Rebecca Quinn & Carly Endres from the North Dakota Brain Injury Network for a conversation about emotional dysregulation as it relates to brain injury. We cover some common "tells" including outbursts and overstimulation, the cognitive behavioral spiral, the importance of mindf...
29. Emotional Dysregulation (with Rebecca Quinn & Carly Endres from NDBIN)
December 03, 2021 14:29 - 52 minutes - 59.6 MB"A brain injury is the only time that we ask the injured body part to regulate itself..." How do you handle emotions after brain injury? What are some ways to help? Let's talk about it! Today Cristabelle is joined by Rebecca Quinn & Carly Endres from the North Dakota Brain Injury Network for a conversation about emotional dysregulation as it relates to brain injury. We cover some common "tells" including outbursts and overstimulation, the cognitive behavioral spiral, the importance of mindf...
Developing a Balanced Life Post-Injury (with Marlene Rivera, CBIS)
November 26, 2021 13:02 - 49 minutes - 56.8 MBHow do you realistically implement medical recommendations into your lifestyle? Let's talk about it. Today Cristabelle is joined by Marlene Rivera, CBIS, to learn about how to develop a balanced life post-injury. We discuss some of the barriers that people might encounter, and also strategies such as how to communicate with medical professionals, the importance of a routine, prioritizing, and community. More Info on Re-Discover U: https://www.councilonbraininjury.com/rediscoveru Cristabel...
28. Developing a Balanced Life Post-Injury (with Marlene Rivera, CBIS)
November 26, 2021 13:02 - 49 minutes - 56.8 MBHow do you realistically implement medical recommendations into your lifestyle? Let's talk about it. Today Cristabelle is joined by Marlene Rivera, CBIS, to learn about how to develop a balanced life post-injury. We discuss some of the barriers that people might encounter, and also strategies such as how to communicate with medical professionals, the importance of a routine, prioritizing, and community. More Info on Re-Discover U: https://www.councilonbraininjury.com/rediscoveru Cristabel...
27. Surviving the Holidays with Brain Injury
November 24, 2021 22:17 - 18 minutes - 20.7 MBThe Holidays are upon us - and that can be overwhelming for brain injury survivors! For the first shorter "minisode" (mini+episode!) of Season 2, Cristabelle will walk us through some strategies and practical tips to manage symptoms and get the most out of your holiday gatherings. Join the online community & monthly zoom support group (Next meeting December 23): hopeafterheadinjury.com/community Hope After Head Injury: @hopeafterheadinjury | facebook.com/hopeafterheadinjury Brain Injury B...
Minisode: Surviving the Holidays
November 24, 2021 22:17 - 18 minutes - 20.7 MBThe Holidays are upon us - and that can be overwhelming for brain injury survivors! For the first bonus "minisode" (mini+episode!) of Season 2, Cristabelle will walk us through some strategies and practical tips to manage symptoms and get the most out of your holiday gatherings. [Season 2 - Minisode 1] Join the online community & monthly zoom support group (Next meeting December 23): hopeafterheadinjury.com/community Hope After Head Injury: @hopeafterheadinjury | facebook.com/hopeafterhea...
Finding Confidence After Concussions (with Allison Cook, Miss Oregon USA)
November 19, 2021 13:15 - 47 minutes - 54.4 MBToday we're kicking off Season 2 with five time concussion survivor and Miss Oregon USA, Allison Cook, on finding confidence and knowing your worth. We talk about coping with symptoms, overcoming imposter syndrome, the invisible injury, and more! Season 2 - Episode 1 NOTES 0:00 Intro 1:41 Welcome to Season 2 9:24 Introducing Allison 12:39 Allison’s Concussion Journey 15:59 Coping with Symptoms 19:18 Invisible Injury 23:07 Imposter Syndrome Post-TBI 26:24 Confidence in Sharing Your ...
26. Finding Confidence After Concussions (with Allison Cook, Miss Oregon USA)
November 19, 2021 13:15 - 47 minutes - 54.4 MBToday we're kicking off Season 2 with five time concussion survivor and Miss Oregon USA, Allison Cook, on finding confidence and knowing your worth. We talk about coping with symptoms, overcoming imposter syndrome, the invisible injury, and more! NOTES 0:00 Intro 1:41 Welcome to Season 2 9:24 Introducing Allison 12:39 Allison’s Concussion Journey 15:59 Coping with Symptoms 19:18 Invisible Injury 23:07 Imposter Syndrome Post-TBI 26:24 Confidence in Sharing Your Story 30:05 Dealing w...
Out of the Darkness - Mental Health, Depression, Inspiring Survivor Story (with Tracy Yatsko)
April 27, 2021 20:02 - 46 minutes - 53.5 MBToday is an inspiring episode all about finding hope, featuring survivor and Emmy Award winning host Tracy Yatsko. In 2005, she sustained a serious traumatic brain injury from playing basketball that completely derailed her life. From dealing with the invisible injury, grieving the old self, debilitating symptoms, and deep depression, she candidly shares her story. This episode is all about encouragement to anyone listening - survivors, caregivers, family members - it is possible to find yo...
25. Out of the Darkness - Mental Health, Depression, Inspiring Survivor Story (with Tracy Yatsko)
April 27, 2021 20:02 - 46 minutes - 53.5 MBToday is an inspiring episode all about finding hope, featuring survivor and Emmy Award winning host Tracy Yatsko. In 2005, she sustained a serious traumatic brain injury from playing basketball that completely derailed her life. From dealing with the invisible injury, grieving the old self, debilitating symptoms, and deep depression, she candidly shares her story. This episode is all about encouragement to anyone listening - survivors, caregivers, family members - it is possible to find yo...
25. Out of the Darkness with Brain Injury
April 27, 2021 20:02 - 46 minutes - 53.5 MBToday is an inspiring episode all about finding hope, featuring survivor and Emmy Award winning host Tracy Yatsko. In 2005, she sustained a serious traumatic brain injury from playing basketball that completely derailed her life. From dealing with the invisible injury, grieving the old self, debilitating symptoms, and deep depression, she candidly shares her story. This episode is all about encouragement to anyone listening - survivors, caregivers, family members - it is possible to find yo...
Fatigue Management + Strategies (with Natalie Mackenzie)
April 20, 2021 19:24 - 47 minutes - 54.9 MBAfter a brain injury, fatigue can become one of the most draining and difficult parts of getting through the day or week. Today we going to talk about some strategies and tips on how to manage that fatigue with Natalie Mackenzie, who has worked in the field of Neuro Rehabilitation for 20 years. Part of this is learning about what Natalie calls the 3 P’s: Planning, Prioritization, and Pacing. Season 1 - Episode 24 CONNECT: Hosted by Cristabelle Braden | @cristabellebraden Website | hopeaf...
24. Fatigue Management
April 20, 2021 19:24 - 47 minutes - 54.9 MBAfter a brain injury, fatigue can become one of the most draining and difficult parts of getting through the day or week. Today we going to talk about some strategies and tips on how to manage that fatigue with Natalie Mackenzie, who has worked in the field of Neuro Rehabilitation for 20 years. Part of this is learning about what Natalie calls the 3 P’s: Planning, Prioritization, and Pacing. CONNECT: Hosted by Cristabelle Braden | @cristabellebraden Website | hopeafterheadinjury.com Supp...
24. Fatigue Management + Strategies (with Natalie Mackenzie)
April 20, 2021 19:24 - 47 minutes - 54.9 MBAfter a brain injury, fatigue can become one of the most draining and difficult parts of getting through the day or week. Today we going to talk about some strategies and tips on how to manage that fatigue with Natalie Mackenzie, who has worked in the field of Neuro Rehabilitation for 20 years. Part of this is learning about what Natalie calls the 3 P’s: Planning, Prioritization, and Pacing. Season 1 - Episode 24 CONNECT: Hosted by Cristabelle Braden | @cristabellebraden Website | hopeaf...
23. Brain Health After Brain Injury
April 13, 2021 21:08 - 29 minutes - 33.6 MBLet’s talk about brain health after sustaining a brain injury with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe. These are some simple strategies that you can begin to incorporate into your routine to help optimize your brain for healing. *Free Spring Webinar: "Brain Health in Concussions & TBI/ABI" This Saturday April 17 - register thebrainhealthonlinesummit.com Mentioned by Dr. Schmoe: Brain Exercises in Experience Life Article: https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/article/the-neurobic-workout/ ProloGel: prologe...
23. Brain Health - Strategies to Optimize your Brain for Healing (with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe)
April 13, 2021 21:08 - 29 minutes - 33.6 MBLet’s talk about brain health after sustaining a brain injury with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe. These are some simple strategies that you can begin to incorporate into your routine to help optimize your brain for healing. Season 1 - Episode 23 Mentioned by Dr. Schmoe: Brain Exercises in Experience Life Article: https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/article/the-neurobic-workout/ ProloGel: prologel.com The Brain Health Online Summit: https://www.thebrainhealthonlinesummit.com CONNECT: Hosted by Cr...
Brain Health - Strategies to Optimize your Brain for Healing (with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe)
April 13, 2021 21:08 - 29 minutes - 33.6 MBLet’s talk about brain health after sustaining a brain injury with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe. These are some simple strategies that you can begin to incorporate into your routine to help optimize your brain for healing. Season 1 - Episode 23 Mentioned by Dr. Schmoe: Brain Exercises in Experience Life Article: https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/article/the-neurobic-workout/ ProloGel: prologel.com The Brain Health Online Summit: https://www.thebrainhealthonlinesummit.com CONNECT: Hosted by Cr...
Not Giving Up - Encouragement for Survivors, Caregivers, Families
April 06, 2021 23:53 - 30 minutes - 34.4 MBWhat does it mean to “not give up” on the brain injury? Let’s talk about it. Cristabelle shares encouragement for survivors and her mother Cyndie Braden offers support for caregivers and families. We talk about different aspects of choosing to not give up, including family dynamics, the day-to-day things, and how to give yourself grace for the hard days. Season 1 - Episode 22 *Check out the "Not Giving Up" Brain Injury Awareness Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAjpyM81jsw CON...
22. Not Giving Up - Encouragement for Survivors, Caregivers, Families (with Cyndie Braden)
April 06, 2021 23:53 - 30 minutes - 34.4 MBWhat does it mean to “not give up” on the brain injury? Let’s talk about it. Cristabelle shares encouragement for survivors and her mother Cyndie Braden offers support for caregivers and families. We talk about different aspects of choosing to not give up, including family dynamics, the day-to-day things, and how to give yourself grace for the hard days. Season 1 - Episode 22 *Check out the "Not Giving Up" Brain Injury Awareness Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAjpyM81jsw CON...
22. Not Giving Up
April 06, 2021 23:53 - 30 minutes - 34.4 MBWhat does it mean to “not give up” on the brain injury? Let’s talk about it. Cristabelle shares encouragement for survivors and her mother Cyndie Braden offers support for caregivers and families. We talk about different aspects of choosing to not give up, including family dynamics, the day-to-day things, and how to give yourself grace for the hard days. *Check out the "Not Giving Up" Brain Injury Awareness Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAjpyM81jsw CONNECT: Hosted by Crista...
How to Be a Brain Injury Advocate + Tips for Sharing Your Story
March 30, 2021 18:17 - 43 minutes - 50.1 MBHands down, one of the questions I am asked most frequently is something like, “how do I become a brain injury advocate” or “how do you get started sharing your story?” On today’s episode, I’m sharing a lot of what I have learned about advocacy through the years - joined by Monica Vaccaro, director of programs at the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania, to share her perspective and insight! We are talking about being a self-advocate for brain injury, tips for sharing your story, and al...
21. How to Be a Brain Injury Advocate
March 30, 2021 18:17 - 43 minutes - 50.1 MBHands down, one of the questions I am asked most frequently is something like, “how do I become a brain injury advocate” or “how do you get started sharing your story?” On today’s episode, I’m sharing a lot of what I have learned about advocacy through the years - joined by Monica Vaccaro, director of programs at the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania, to share her perspective and insight! We are talking about being a self-advocate for brain injury, tips for sharing your story, and al...
21. How to Be a Brain Injury Advocate + Tips for Sharing Your Story (with Monica Vaccaro from BIAPA)
March 30, 2021 18:17 - 43 minutes - 50.1 MBHands down, one of the questions I am asked most frequently is something like, “how do I become a brain injury advocate” or “how do you get started sharing your story?” On today’s episode, I’m sharing a lot of what I have learned about advocacy through the years - joined by Monica Vaccaro, director of programs at the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania, to share her perspective and insight! We are talking about being a self-advocate for brain injury, tips for sharing your story, and al...
20. Concussion Awareness & Safety in Sports - Protect Your Skull
March 23, 2021 20:08 - 47 minutes - 53.9 MBBringing a fresh perspective to sports concussions, Tracey Suggs and Foster Wilkins are the founders of Protect Your Skull - the world’s first and only concussion awareness brand creating quality performance apparel for today’s athlete. They are amazing advocates as they work hard to educate for safety in sports- today’s conversation is one you don’t want to miss! March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! MEET OUR GUESTS: Protect Your Skull, LLC is the world’s first concussion awareness, per...
20. Concussion Awareness + Safety in Sports (with Protect Your Skull)
March 23, 2021 20:08 - 47 minutes - 53.9 MBBringing a fresh perspective to sports concussions, Tracey Suggs and Foster Wilkins are the founders of Protect Your Skull - the world’s first and only concussion awareness brand creating quality performance apparel for today’s athlete. They are amazing advocates as they work hard to educate for safety in sports- today’s conversation is one you don’t want to miss! Season 1 - Episode 20 March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! MEET OUR GUESTS: Protect Your Skull, LLC is the world’s first co...
Concussion Awareness & Safety in Sports (with Protect Your Skull)
March 23, 2021 20:08 - 47 minutes - 53.9 MBBringing a fresh perspective to sports concussions, Tracey Suggs and Foster Wilkins are the founders of Protect Your Skull - the world’s first and only concussion awareness brand creating quality performance apparel for today’s athlete. They are amazing advocates as they work hard to educate for safety in sports- today’s conversation is one you don’t want to miss! Season 1 - Episode 20 March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! MEET OUR GUESTS: Protect Your Skull, LLC is the world’s first co...
19. Brain Injury Association of America
March 16, 2021 21:02 - 33 minutes - 38.6 MBSusan H. Connors, president and CEO of the Brain Injury Association of America, is here today for a special Brain Injury Awareness Month Episode. Listen as she shares about what the BIAA does, including help and resources that are available to survivors. Susan is a champion for brain injury, and today she also shares some of her personal journey as to how she got involved in the BIAA and what she has seen in brain injury awareness over the last 25 years. The discussion closes with encouragem...
Brain Injury Association of America - Advocacy + Resources (with Susan H. Connors, BIAA President and CEO)
March 16, 2021 21:02 - 33 minutes - 38.6 MBSusan H. Connors, president and CEO of the Brain Injury Association of America, is here today for a special Brain Injury Awareness Month Episode. Listen as she shares about what the BIAA does, including help and resources that are available to survivors. Susan is a champion for brain injury, and today she also shares some of her personal journey as to how she got involved in the BIAA and what she has seen in brain injury awareness over the last 25 years. The discussion closes with encouragem...
19. Brain Injury Association of America - Advocacy + Resources (with Susan H. Connors, BIAA President and CEO)
March 16, 2021 21:02 - 33 minutes - 38.6 MBSusan H. Connors, president and CEO of the Brain Injury Association of America, is here today for a special Brain Injury Awareness Month Episode. Listen as she shares about what the BIAA does, including help and resources that are available to survivors. Susan is a champion for brain injury, and today she also shares some of her personal journey as to how she got involved in the BIAA and what she has seen in brain injury awareness over the last 25 years. The discussion closes with encouragem...