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23Dec 2019 by Drew Niemann

044: TBI Restart -Kevin McDonald-Part 1

We Learn About Kevin's Incredible 10 Year Journey, So far. Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 44 Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN get to spend some time talking with Kevin McDonald. We met Kevin at the Mind Your Brain Conference in October of this past year. When we met we got to learn a touch about his story and some of the incredible work he is doing. His work is conducted locally and on both the state and federal levels in an effort to help those affected by the invisible injury. Kevin has much to offer and because of this we are offering our chat with him in a two part series. Today in part one, we cover his own injury from 2009, his recovery…

16Dec 2019 by Drew Niemann

043: Be of Service – Janine Kirby

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Janine Tells Us Her Story and How She Has Put Herself Into Service of Others Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 43 Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew welcome Janine Kirby to the program. She talks about her own special journey after experiencing an injury on a construction site. Kirby takes us through her injury which includes brain surgery to the other side where she has become an active person in being of service to others in their own personal journeys. Before the accident Kirby was a serious boxer where she learned to fight and carry a positive attitude. The tenacity and contagious positive attitude rings true today in Kirby. We look forward to sharing this with you. Keep Battling! Episode Notes & Resources: Notes- My PeopleKirby's StoryRebirth DayScar TissuePositive…

12Dec 2019 by Drew Niemann

Appy Hour

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On Episode 38 of the podcast Terry and Drew discussed computer and phone apps that could be useful for those during the recovery process. The links to those apps are in the show notes. To add to the offering, podcast guest Janine Kirby has offered a listing of what she uses and recommends as a tool in her healing. Enjoy her listing of Appy Hour Below!

09Dec 2019 by Drew Niemann

042: Hey You – Go Take A Walk!

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The Benefits of Walking as Part of the Healing Journey Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 042. Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore Walking and its benefits as part of the healing process. We just recently purchased a treadmill and doing so was the inspiration to exploring this topic. Terry speaks to getting back into exercising regularly and the intention to use walking as a launch point. Terry and Drew also pass along some insights on the benefits of walking for Brain Injury warriors and their caregivers. Some other options and strategies are offered as well to get you moving the body if you haven't started already! Keep Battling! Episode Notes & Resources: Notes- Getting a Treadmill!Jumping of the CouchIncrease at 10%Terry Gets ExcitedTerry's Fitness HistoryWhy WalkingConnection Has Been…

02Dec 2019 by Drew Niemann

041: On Gratitude

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Drew and Terry Review Their Gratitude Strategies and the Journey > Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 41 Today we explore what can be an extremely tough topic. Gratitude. During this time of the year in the United States where this becomes a front of mind consideration. We are no different. As we go into talking about this today, we recognize that for many it may be a struggle to find ways to be grateful after experiencing a trauma such as a brain injury especially when PTSD and long term effects like Post Concussion Syndrome may be associated with it. We have had real struggles around feeling grateful at times and continue to do so from time to time. It is a struggle. We are going to pass along a…

25Nov 2019 by Drew Niemann

040: CBIR Retreat LIVE!

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Drew and Terry Review Their Experience at The CBIR Retreat Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew talk about their unique experience of recording a live episode of A BATTLE WITHIN at the Center for Brain Injury and Repair Annual Retreat which is part of Penn Medicine. They participated on November 8th. and the episode was originally intended to include a recording produced at the retreat. Unfortunately we were unable to capture the audio this time around. We were asked to attend because the organizers wanted Terry to tell her personal story to the doctors who dedicate their lives to this battle. We must thank Robin Armstrong for inviting us and allowing us to present in this unusual way for the retreat she was charged with. Listen in to hear the recap…

18Nov 2019 by Drew Niemann

039: Finding Normal with Jeff Huxford M.D.

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Terry and Drew have a candid talk with author and former M.D. Jeff Huxford. How did he and his family adapt and pivot? Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew chat with Jeff Huxford, M.D. We will be investigating his story, touching on his blog and reviewing his book. His book "Finding Normal" documents his journey to finding that very place after a life changing and significant automobile accident he was involved in back in 2012. Jeff was a family medicine doctor in northwest Indiana for ten years before having to retire due to complications from the traumatic brain injury he suffered in the accident. He has since pivoted and has become a blogger, author, and speaker.In 2016, Jeff moved to Franklin, TN with his wife and two children and began anew. Listen in as…

11Nov 2019 by Drew Niemann

038: There is An App For That!

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Terry and Drew Review Phone and Computer Apps that Be Useful Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 038, I'm Drew Niemann. Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew discuss mobile apps to consider using as tools to make things a bit easier. We will be passing along some which we have used and recommend. Others which have been discovered in researching for the episode are discussed as well. Who knows, maybe we will even take on an app or two. As you listen and you notice that we missed something, let us know on the episode post on Facebook or Instagram. Keep Battling! Episode Notes & Resources: Notes- Terry Wants to Get CoziAn App we use OftenJournal and Smartwatch Are UsefulDrew is the "Find My Phone" AppTerry Loves AlexaWhat App is…

04Nov 2019 by Drew Niemann

037: Inflamed Again!

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Terry and Drew Discuss Items Missed Last Time Around Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 037. Today on A BATTLE WITHIN we build off of what we spoke to in episode 36 - Inflammation. We focused last time on the element of diet as it pertained to inflammation. In today's episode we explore other topics related to being inflamed that we didn't look into last time around. Some of the topics we visit this time as it pertains to inflammation include a Keto Diet, Medical Marijuana and CBD Oils, Alcohol, Personal Care and Cleaning Products. Listen in and hopefully you get something useful out of it! Keep Battling! Episode Notes & Resources: Notes- Gut Brain Connection - It Needs Own EpisodeA Review of InflammationTerry Still Isn't PreparedHealthy Diet - Whole Foods Healthy…

01Nov 2019 by Drew Niemann

Inflammation Episodes – Info-Graphics

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Here are a few info graphics for you to hang on the fridge based on Episode 36- Inflammation & Diet and Episode 37- Inflamed Again! Household Dust and Chemical Exposure Some common household and everyday products that can cause brain inflammation. Photo Credit - Carol Yeh-Garner Photo Credit - Carol Yeh-Garner