Episode #010: Terry’s Takes
Episode: 010
Terry’s Takes
Terry is asked to offer her initial perspectives on items Drew has found in his research
- Audible
- Hoopla-“Digital Library Card” Available as a Phone App
Episode #009: Joe Morris Volunteers His Story
Episode: 009
Joe Morris Volunteers His Story
Terry and I had the opportunity to talk with Joe about his journey with brain injuries including PCS
- Joe Tells us the Stories of His Two Latest Head Injuries.
- Spelling and Math Concerns
- Valerian Root
- Terry and Joe Really connect and Find One Another quite Interesting and Understanding
- Joe and Terry Discuss their Similarities and Findings
- Joe’s Family is Supportive Throughout
- Joe Teaches us about Reddit and the Forums
- Joe Promises to Come Back and Do It Again
Episode #008: Brain Drain
Episode: 008
Brain Drain
We talk about the very common symptom of getting exhausted quickly while recovering.
Maybe more importantly we review the strategies we have used to cope.
- What is Brain Drain? Some Descriptions
- The Tools of the Trade
- Strategies Offered to Assist
- Symptoms and Scenarios Terry Experienced
- Pacing, Planning and Scheduling
- Recognizing The Triggers
- Ask for Help
- And Most Importantly…..Keep Trying!
Episode #007: An Adult Child’s Perspective
Episode: #007
An Adult Child’s Perspective
We interview our daughter Brooke. She tells us what it’s like to be the child of a PCS survivor and the lessons learned.
It’s her journey too.
- Our First Guest, Brooke!
- Brooke Tells Us her Perspective Terry’s Concussions
- Brooke Talks About How Terry is Different
- Feelings
- Being Patient is Important
- Have Someone to Talk To
- Adapting the Relationship
Episode #006: Battling & Beating Depression
Episode: #006
Battling & Beating Depression
In this episode Terry is completely open about her bouts with depression and how she works at overcoming it.
She is incredibly courageous and transparent telling her story.
This is a must listen.
- The Weighted Blanket
- Terry Asked to Post Contacts for Hotlines:
- National Suicide Hotline Numbers:
- US – 1-800-273-8255
- Canada – 1-833-456-4566
- UK 116 123
- Terry is Very Courageous Being Transparent
- Terry Gets Emotional Being Honest About her Depression
- You Really Do Matter
- The Triggers That Lead to the Depression
- It’s Okay To Let Go, Things Change
- Positive Self Talk
- The Ghost in My Brain Book
- Finding Something New to Believe In and Be Passionate About
- Networking & Meet-Ups
Episode #005: Seven Ways to Help a Loved One
Episode: #005
Seven Ways to Help a Loved One
We explore the seven strategies Drew used to help Terry in the recovery process
- We review the list of 7 things
- Be as Patient as Possible
- Help Your Loved One Become Organized
- Get Them out of the House in Small Doses
- Provide Some of the Comforts
- Do the Chores & Run The Errands
- Eliminate Stress
- Find Time for Yourself and Be Grateful
- Terry Speaks to Being Excited for Upcoming Guests.
- Getting Locked up in Costco.
- Being a Burden is Real for Terry.
- Cutting Grass on a Big Hill is a Good Thing!
- Terry says she is Surprised and Learning a lot.
- Drew is Told he is a Saint!
Episode #004: One Day at a Time
Episode: #004
One Day at a Time
We speak to the first six months of Terry’s last concussion and the importance of taking it one day at a time.
- The Frustration, the Anger, the Desire to get Back to Life
- Trying to Get Back to Work
- Dr. Rochester and other Medical Personnel
- Medication Protocol- Daily Pain
- Overall “Fogginess” and Inability to Remember the Time Period Well
- “Tied to the House”
- Drew’s feelings and Frustrations the first 6 months
- A Season of Life
- 2 1/2 Years Later- You Can Still Improve
Episode #003: Terry’s Story – Part Two
Episode: #003
Terry’s Story – Part Two
We cover the most recent of Terry’s concussions and how it is quite different and has more of an impact on our lives.
- Terry the Fighter, Keeps Battling
- Concussion #3 – The Fall at Work- Injuries & Recovery
- The Negligence that Lead to the Fall
- Medications Prescribed
- Affects on Terry’s Mental Well-being
- Recovery Still in Process After 2 1/2 years
- The Loss of Terry’s Profession
- Terry Apologizes for Memory Shortfall
- Dr. Rochester – Terry’s Hero during the Process.
- Young Living Essential Oils & Supplements
Episode #002: Terry’s Story – Part One
Episode: #002
Terry’s Story – Part One
We review the first two concussions that Terry suffers in a very short window. This is the beginning of the journey.
- Today is the First Episode with Terry on the Mic!
- Concussion # 1 – Bike Accident- Injuries & Recovery
- The infamous Broken Shoulder
- Wear Your Helmet!
- Concussion # 2 – Fall into Bath Tub – Injuries & Recovery
- Recovery Time in Total
- Lessons Learned
Episode #001: What is Post Concussion Syndrome?
- CDC – Concussions Data
- What is a Concussion- Post Concussion Syndrome?
- How do/can Concussions Occur in the First Place?
- 2007 Study of Athletes and Concussions
- Some Symptoms of Concussions
- Post Concussion – Structural Damage vs. Psychological Factors?
- Post Concussion Risk
- Factors Diagnosing Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Disabilities from Post Concussion Syndrome
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