A Battle Within: Recent Episodes
Drew and Terry Niemann
Welcome to A Battle Within!This is a podcast where Terry and Drew Niemann tell our stories and share the stories of our guests living with Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on Post Concussion Syndrome.We offer the trials, the challenges, the wins, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversations are real, raw and uncensored at times.We also explore what things are like for the caregivers, families and friends walking through this with the Warrior. We call these folks Battle Buddies.Through the podcast we aim to:1. Help others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and Traumatic Brain Injury develop a sense of community through the stories.2. Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living with a brain injury clearly indicated to us society has very little understanding.3. Get help ourselves!. We hope to learn by doing, and hopefully this will lead to further understanding.A Battle Within is a very intentional name. It comes from the fact that many with a Traumatic Brain Injury go through an ongoing private internal fight, a battle to find themselves again, or somebody new. Join us each week for the conversation wherever you listen!Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well! Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.If you like what you hear and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast Also be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swagPlease note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.Keep Battling!
Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 162, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly....
We are back at it again with another installment of Terry's Takes!
Today we get after learning of Terry's perspective as it pertains to her ever dancing again, cold showers and how she feels about them and a study that came out speaking to nightshade fruits and vegetables not be so good for TBI Warriors.
This lighthearted conversation with lots of laughs, a good deal of banter and Terry's commitment to trying cold showers for a week. She will report back with results and her findings after trying it out.
Terry fills us in with her long term dancing goals and also becomes very frustrated and distracted once she learns that potatoes are a nightshade. She finds this to be quite disturbing as potatoes are Terry's number one food selection.
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast or Spotify
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 161. For today's conversation we had to go without Terry unfortunately, she was having a bad case of "Brain Drain."
Despite that we are able to offer a fantastic conversation today with Heather Rendulic!
This special Warrior takes us through her journey of suffering 5 strokes and having to experience an addition brain surgery at the ripe old age of Twenty-Two. These happenings occurred back in 2011 and she has been after it ever since.
Heather takes us through those hard times in the beginning, the ongoing recovery and desire to have a positive outlook despite the harsh reality of the situation.
Heather speaks open and honestly about the love or her parents as well as her husband, Mark who "sees" Heather for who she is.
Since her injury Heather has developed a career in Human Resources, gotten married and written a book Headstrong- Through Life, Love and Brain Surgery with some cameo's each chapter from her parents. I love that they are included in the book to tell their side of the story.
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us atabattlewithin.comand onFacebookand onInstagramat A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast onApple Podcastand now Spotify.
If you want to offer more support,"Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Here we go with Episode 160 with today's guest Anessa Arehart.
The native of the Bluegrass state of Kentucky allows us to peek into her world today! The artist tells us of her two brain injuries over a 53 day window affected her and her life. It is clear to Anessa that Second Impact Syndrome was the culprit.
Anessa vividly takes us on her journey which went from living in a city to the quiet of the country. From not even being able to writing her name to writing a book, how her injuries have significantly impacted her art whether it is her painting or her photography.
She also takes us through why she feels nature has lead to her healing and the gratitude she feels in it. But maybe the most fascinating part of the chat is Anessa explaining why she sees herself as an TBI Thriver and her concept of Phototherapy.
People- Be sure to listen to the end as Anessa has some cool offerings for A Battle Within listeners that you will want to learn about and partake in.
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast and now Spotify.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
As we all know, a TBI leads to so many things that are unexpected and frustrating. Aside from the medical component, this rings true in other areas of a Warriors life such as relationships and doing things you love.
Today Terry and I explore this a bit as it pertains to hobbies and interests. We talk to what Terry has done to shift in this regard and learn about new things she has picked up since her injuries.
We also pass along some examples of amazing things former guests have let us know about as well as some followers/ listeners who offered their new interests up.
As we continue on with Brain Injury Awareness Month we wanted to highlight the fact that new, fun and interesting things can happen as well. We all need to be aware of that possibility as well.
We want to hear more, so please add a comment to the episode on the website or on the socials telling us what you are up to these days!
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast and now Spotify
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so. Can also visit our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Terry is also a Young Living Distri
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 158, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's guest Gregg Grossman.
Gregg the native New Yorker, living in Texas has quite a unique story to tell.
He has been a part of the TBI community since 1988 because his brother was in a serious car accident, which left him with a significant brain injury. Gregg had spent the years since as a Battle Buddy to Todd, but to complicate things, Gregg has his own injury to deal with as he was hit by a car jogging in 1992!
Gregg takes us on the journey of caring for Todd, healing from his own injuries, and how these events drastically changed his life. Born a Jewish man, Gregg becomes deeply connected to a Christian faith, goes on to council people in their own trauma's and writes a book about Todd and himself.
The book- Times of Perseverance: Hope and Healing on the Battlefields of Life encapsulates life adversity and grief while providing hope, encouragement, and inspiration.
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast and now Spotify.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 157 with today's guest Kevin McDonald.
This is Kevin's second visit to the program. Back in 2019 we shared Kevin's story and all the advocacy work he was doing to help others in episode 44 & 45.
Today Kevin updates us on how he is doing, the fact that his non-profit is back at the advocacy, and he also tells us about the new L.A.N.D. program Restart Your Life/Renew Your Mind is rolling out.
As we continue on with Brain Injury Awareness Month, it is important to realize that creating awareness also includes advocating politically and within society in general. These are in Kevin's wheel house and his focus.
If you are interested in the advocacy side of things this is an episode for you! Kevin makes himself available to others who want to get involved, no matter where they may be from and wants to share the L.A.N.D. program as a template.
Kevin also tells us about his perspective that you must always try and how he sees himself as one of the lucky ones who is able to help in this regard.
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast and now Spotify.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Years ago we used to watch the Chicago Bulls play basketball quite often. At onw point during the Jordan days Dennis Rodman joined the team. The man was brought in purely for one reason - to rebound and he was amazing at it.
Unfortunately rebounding is as big of a part of healing from a TBI as the setbacks themselves are. In recent times I feel that Terry has become pretty darn good at it, kind of like Dennis.
We talk about this concept today and Terry tells us about how motivation is key, what she ultimately wants to achieve and about not accepting no along the way. Along with that Terry offers up many of the tools used along the way.
Notes and Resources For This Episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast and now Spotify
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so. Can also visit our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Here we go with Episode 155 with today's guest Thea James.
We finally get to have Thea on the program!
The high energy and positive Warrior tells us a bit about her journey to date. The road traveled includes her Dad having a stroke in the middle of her four concussions in a two year window. We learn about how they help each other to this date.
In addition, Thea explains how having a close friend who also has experienced a TBI has been beneficial to recovery.
Thea also tells us how she has changes since the injuries which includes going from a painfully shy person to someone full of confidence with zest for life as well as a change professionally.
To top it all off, Thea has worked extremely hard at turning the lemon into lemonade by working at mindset, finding joy and helping others through her Limbo to Living program.
You are sure to find the conversation fun!
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast and now Spotify.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a lin
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Here we go with Episode 154!
In recent times we have all been living our lives with a very real strong sense of uncertainty. Don't think anyone has really been unaffected by the pandemic.
Unbeknownst to society at large, Living in the Ambiguity is something that runs rampant within the TBI world.
Today Terry and I explore this concept a bit and we get to talking about or experiences and strategies related to the concept and how we have gotten to the point of being comfortable living in this space.
In addition we pass along some tidbits about how fellow Warriors have helped and some strategies from a doctor who has studied the concept for those struggling or might need a reminder.
We hope you get a few things out of the chat and find it helpful!
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast and now Spotify
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with episode 153 with Deb Brandon.
We got to have this amazing conversation today due to previous guest and Battle Buddy Donna O'Connell Figurski and Terry and I are grateful as she put us in touch.
Deb is a warrior who back in 2007 had endured three necessary brain surgeries in a three week window. We all know that one injury is enough let alone three!
In recovery she had to take herself through much of it and found ways to help herself through dragon boat racing, her art and utilizing brain game apps on her phone.
The former math professor tells us about her experience, new outlook on life, how she found support, and about her blog and book she has written in an effort to help others.
As if that is not enough, she is busy writing part two of her journey.
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 152
It's been about 3 years since the last time we checked in with Terry to see how she views the world differently sine her injuries.
Today we chat and try to figure out what is different today in the ways she sees things now and observations she has made since.
One of those observations included the pandemic. Throughout these times general society got a taste of what it can be like being cooped up and how frustrating that can be.
Aside from that, Terry talks to how she sees depression differently, her shift to more holistic ways of healing herself, her deeper appreciation for life and maybe most importantly the comfort found by knowing other Warriors.
I also try to get to the bottom to see if Terry has actually found life has become better due to these difficult time ultimately. As always, Terry gives us her straight to the point answer that it is all about perspective and what you make of it.
A shout out to Deb Brandon who will be on the program next week for influencing the topic of conversation!
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 151 with today's guest Dr. Shane Steadman.
Dr. Steadman is a Chiropractic Functional Neurologist. He and his team, at his clinic, Integrated Brain Centers see many concussion patients through his clinic in the Denver Colorado area and also remotely.
The seasoned doctor has been successfully treating for about 20 years and in many cases, he and the team work with difficult and challenging cases. Much of the time, nutrition and building the immune system are incorporated into the treatment plan. We get into this piece at some length.
Some of the other topics we discuss are - why is it important to get early treatment, how the brain "turns over" every eighteen months, and his partnership with Amy Zellmer with the "Concussion Discussions" book and video series.
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us atabattlewithin.comand onFacebookand onInstagramat A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast onApple Podcasteven if you don't use that listening platform.
If you want to offer more support,"Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Today is Episode 150 Warriors and Battles Buddies!
To mark the occasion we are offering something a little different.
Today, Terry has Drew in the so called "Hot Seat"! Usually he's the one asking the questions, but today it is flipped! Terry gets to put him on the spot.
We learn a little today what this has been like through his lens. What has Terry's injuries and the aftermath been like for him and how has he coped?
If you are a Battle Buddy, we give you props because it isn't easy either! If your someone who is continuing to heal, hopefully this episode gives you some additional insight into the minds of those in your corner.
Some of the topics we cover include-
What are his three pillars for being a good Battle Buddy?
What are some strategies Drew used to to stay in right frame of mind, especially during the early days?
What guests influenced him the most?
What was Drew's most profound moments? Where does A Battle Within go from here?
If you haven't listened in before, give us a shot!
To the folks who have been with us, thank you! We are not at 150 without your encouragement and connection!
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast, know of someone you think should be, or have episode topic ideas? reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with episode 149!
It's been a few months since we've had this offering, but it was fun to get back at it!
If you new this is where I ask Terry about 3 topics and she offers her candid off the cuff responses to the topic at hand.
Today's topics include; head injuries in American football,PQQ and how it can help those in the TBI Community as well as reflections from 2021 and goals for new year.
Through the conversation you will hear certain hints at gratitude. Towards the end it comes out in full force for A Battle Within's Community in particular. You guys are awesome and you impact us positively too!
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, a great way to do it is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee" is a great way too do so along with our swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with episode 148 with Danielle and Jessica Kantola.A few years back Danielle is working as a free lance artist a tree planter in the Canadian Rockies and falls off a cliff. The TBI journey begins for her here.
In the ensuing months Danielle struggles in many different ways including getting the care she needed. This includes her own admission that she herself did not initially take her injury serious enough.
After fighting through for a period of time her twin sister Jessica gets involved. She goes out to the Rockies, picks up Danielle and drives halfway across Canada to bring her home.
Since this time Jessie has been a tremendous advocate in helping Danielle to heal and does a great deal to help see that happen.
Today Danielle is working hard at her healing and making serious progress with Jessies help.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies! Here we go with episode 147 with Veronique Theberge!
Vero, as she likes to be called joins us from New Zealand where she lives with her family in a somewhat remote area. Her brain injury occurred while she was literally vacuuming back in 2017.
Due to her location Vero initially found it difficult to get the help she needed, but due to her persistence was ultimately able to acquire some helpful services.
It is four plus years at this point at she continues to work diligently at her healing and also has a blog and Instagram page that she has to document her journey and help others in theirs.
We also get to learn a bit about how her 3 young boys have been a great support system, her involvement with Same You and ow her life is affected with Aphasia.
It should be noted that Vero was very courageous in offering to get involved in a podcast while having aphasia. You will notice that about 45 minutes in she begins to fade, but is insistent that continue. She is a warrior!
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 146!
Back in 2013 I read a book that has been very influential on my life called Die Empty by Todd Henry. Looking back on it, I realized that I did so in the same window of time as Terry's first accident.
Many of the thoughts and lessons in this primarily business book apply to life in general in my opinion as well.
I still utilize many of the concepts today in my own life and even have Die Empty tattooed on my arm to remind myself.
Some of the tenets in the book include living a life of no regret, living by design as opposed to by default and the topic we will discuss today. "Defining Your Battles"
We learn some of the questions to ask yourself when determining what battles to fight and when in your recovery, what exactly does emptying oneself mean and Terry's perspective on the concepts offered as it relates to the Brain Injury community.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 145!
Colleen offered to come on the program as she was a former client of prior guest, Chelsie Moore.
She felt it important to share her story and has been on a mission like us lately in creating awareness and understanding about a TBI, no matter how small they may be perceived to be.
Colleen takes us through her injury and aftermath which included not getting the needed support from the traditional medical community at first, learning to deal with depression and anxiety for the first time and how the injury burnt her out in running her own business.
Since healing significantly she has become friends with Chelsie and the two of them are working on a project called the Brainstorm Series together.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 144!
Here we are, at the beginning of the holiday season!
All is gearing up. The bright lights are soon to be flashing, the noise and holiday music will soon be everywhere, all the stimuli, the family and certainly the stress that just naturally comes with the season is upon us!
As we know these can be challenging times for the general population to begin with.
But those healing from a TBI, these times can be even worse. The season can even set some folks back in their healing journey.
Today we discuss through our experiences, lessons learned and some strategies we have developed to help Terry during these crazy times.
Some topics include, how to travel, finding the quiet, building a "TBI Bug Out Bag" and shopping differently.
Hopefully you will find a few chestnuts (pun intended!) in what is offer today.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies! Here we go with Episode 143.
A few episodes ago we presented some things that we have considered to be Building Blocks in Terry healing. One of those blocks was Fasting.
Today we break down fasting with some depth and share some of the cool and beneficial things about it and what it has done for Terry so far.
You will here Terry speak to various different terms and concepts including Ketosis, Autophagy, and MCT's Oils to name a few.
We also explore some studies, what a few experts feel on the matter and a few bullet points to consider if you are thinking about looking into for yourself.
We also get to learn how important of a block this has been to Terry in here healing process.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we are with Episode 142!
Back in February 2016, Alison became part of this community when she was hit in the head by a commercial door, recovered and then the same year Alison had experiences another TBI this one lands her in the hospital for various reasons.
During this time period Alison says that she has gone from "lost to found" and has since become an artist, a strong advocate for this community and has learned to embrace her unique self.
Alison, or Ali as she like to be called, has an amazing positive energy that is contagious, I promise. Throughout the conversation we touch on Ali's perspectives in finding her uniqueness, how the community can help itself more effectively, her personal growth during recovery and how a TBI affects more than just the injured person.
There are a good deal of nuggets throughout the entire conversation.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Here we go with Episode 141, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's guests Emily Goss and her father Warren.
Emily offered to come onto the program about a month before releasing this episode. She wanted to do her part in helping the community by sharing her story and having her father offer his experiences as well.
The native of Vancouver, Canada came into this world after getting hit by a car in the streets of London, England while visiting some friends.
Emily was comatose for months and actually made the trek in a air ambulance from London to Vancouver during this time. Warren tells us quite a bit about this scary adventure.
Fortunately for Emily, she has an outstanding support team which includes many therapists, her family and her boyfriend who has stuck with her this whole time. We get to learn a bit about this as well as Emily's obsessions with Taylor Swift, her food finds, and her bike.
Throughout the conversation you will pick up on Emily's amazing spirit and the love she and her dad have for one another. It was truly a wonderful experience for us in talking to these incredible people. We're positive you will see things the same way!
Notes and resources for this episode
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here with go with Episode 140!
Healing from a Traumatic Brain Injury is one of those situations where one must do do step by step. We are all aware that it doesn't happen all at once, nor overnight.
Today Terry and I look at this through the lens of "Building Blocks". We use our personal experiences as the basis of the conversation and to point out is certainly a process that requires one to take it one win at a time.
We go all the way back the beginning where Terry was more or less locked down in a chair 24/7 with the pain she was fighting and walk through the process/journey she has been on up to date.
Terry takes us on the journey from when she felt she was stuck in mud- to a point where she feels she is being productive and actually living life these days.
We hope that you get a few ideas and a refreshed sense of hope after listening in!
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 139 with today's guest Alexa Frongillo
Alexa spent a year traveling the world as she worked remotely. At one point she get T-boned on her bike by a car while in Mexico. What's it like to have this happen and be so far away from home?
Alexa let's us know what happened and how she handled the accident and it's aftermath. Ironically Alexa's injury coincides in parallel to the Covid Epidemic and has done a wonderful job in documenting that in her video series called "Flattening the Nerve."
Alexa tells us about her injury, her strong belief in using homeopathic treatments such as a Whole Food, Plant-Based Anti inflammatory diet and Epson Salt Baths and Compression boots as part of her healing journey.
Like many others in this world this experience has lead Alexa down a road of looking to help others. She is in the process of becoming a integrative health coach.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 138!
Is it actually possible to move your life along and actually develop as a person after a TBI? We think so around here and believe whole-heartily that it is certainly possible.
In today's discussion we go over this and offer some insight into how it changed things for us. We also believe in some ways that it improved us as people.
A few examples include how Terry's accident served as a reminder of how precious life is, how getting off the hamster wheel was tremendously important in reality, and how it has lead to speaking our minds more freely and living without procrastination now.
It's important to note that this also changes those close to the Warrior as well. We dive in here too and provide a few examples.
Hopefully what we discuss today helps you in your journey too!
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 137.
Advocacy can be a challenging thing, especially when your world is turned upside down, your in pain, and maybe even struggling to find yourself again. This can be a real struggle and one that cannot be pushed aside as one tries to heal.
In today's conversation Drew and Terry explore this topic, offer some insight from their experiences, some resources available, as well as some strategies that might help you as you learn to or look to enhance your own ability on this front.
Advocacy is all about self sponsorship and not raising your hand and waiting, but an active and ongoing necessity. It is also not only reserved for the medical and legal professionals, but in all aspects of life.
Let us know what you think after listening in!
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 136, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's guest, Kristen Curry
Kristen had an accident on her bicycle back in February 2015. Since that point she has been digging out and trying to heal.
She has taken the approach of using many different, what might be considered "alternative" methods and approaches along the way. She feels that the changed her life significantly for the better. This came after not really getting much out of the traditional treatments.
Like many, after the injury she lost her job, her hobbies, and many of her friends. But she also found her spark, her energy and her confidence during these toughest of times.
Today Kristen finds herself in a very good spot, and is in year 1 of her PhD at Rice University in Texas.
Kristen tells us why she actually prefers it when people say the do not understand Brain Injury, about her research in holistic treatments and the fact that she believes full recovery is 100% possible.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 135, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's guest Dr. Patrick Quaid
The conversation that we offer today is one of the most important ones yet in my view. Dr. Quaid is a leading authority in vision as it relates to Traumatic Brain injury and learning difficulties. He has gotten into this line of work based solely on his own concerns as he too is a TBI warrior. The through-line of all his work/career has been his studying of how the brain processes visual information
Dr. Quaid has lectured over 750 times world wide, has been an author of many research studies and books on the topic and is pretty adamant that the tag "Mild" needs to go away as it relates to head traumas.
In addition we discuss some alarming statistics around Traumatic Brain Injuries that need to get out into the forefront of society. One of significance is that 50% of children with learning difficulties are victims of a TBI and actually need help with their vision. If they did, the difficulties would go away.
Aside from listening into this conversation, you must click through all the resources offered in the show notes as well. There is a ton of additional important info available via links and just as importantly the studies we have discussed that are downloadable there.
Please take the time to listen to the entire episode even if it is in chunks and be sure to share with everyone you know in this world including your medical professionals!
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 134!
On the program today we offer another installment of Terry's Takes.
In this episode we explore the following topics. Marijuana as Part of the Treatment Plan, Symptoms Not on the Checklist, and Stress After Injury.
As always Terry is completely honest with her experiences around her healing and today's episode is no exception.
In addition, Terry let's us all know that she finds a good deal of pressure in these episodes and wants to make sure they are useful to you. Please let us know.
Throughout the conversation Terry gets quite candid and offers her perspective about how the wheels can fall off the bus when she is highly stressed which includes body pain. She also believe that there is a connection between stress and physical pain. With this in mind she offers some strategies and techniques she has found useful to help herself during the toughest of times.
Terry also gets really excited about the checklists that I provide. The community lends us a hand by offering some of their own items not found on many of the checklists too!
Lastly, Terry also shares her personal experience with medicinal marijuana and what lead her down that road in the first place. She offers a few examples of how it's helped in different ways and touches on CBD oils as well, including Delta 8.
If any of these topics are interesting to you I suggest you stick around
Notes and resources for this episode
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
Like to be featured on the podcast? Know of someone you think should be? Or have episode topic ideas? Reach out in those same places.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 133! with Dr. Jennifer Blanchette.
This episode like so many others is an important one. Statistics indicate that 1 in 5 people who suffer from a Brain Injury need some serious mental health treatment, yet so many don't get it. In fact, in many cases the medical community is unaware of the need and/or not not trained in it.
Dr. Blanchette is a clinical psychologist who practices out of Freeport, Maine here in the U.S. She specializes in treating PCS and ABI's patients and has been doing so for more than 10 years.
Dr. Blanchette works diligently with those people having difficulties returning to the work/school environments and helping those affected understand their emotions after a trauma.
In addition she is trained in "Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing otherwise known as EMDR. This treatment is known to help many folks in their recovery journey.
Dr. Blanchette tells us throughout the conversation how she got into this line of work, why she feels the medical profession is lagging behind in recommendation mental heath treatments as well as some insight and strategies for those recovering or tending to a loved one who is.
Please be sure to reach out and let us know what you though of the episode after listening in.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with episode 132!
Today's chat is built around exercise after experiencing a Traumatic Brain Injury. We explore some ways that it is beneficial and pass along some comments from some scientific study on the subject. We all know that movement and exercise in general is good for us, but it can be even more challenging to those in this community to get started or continue.
Terry has a very unique perspective on the subject. She was workout machine, a certified personal trainer, and a Special Education teacher prior to her last injury. Currently she is building a modified program for herself. Blending these three attributes together really offers some cool insight into the topic discussed today.
We touch base on some science, the specific benefits for TBI Warriors, starting where you are at, as well as offering some strategies. As an added bonus we also pass along some pointers to the Battle Buddies and how they may be able to help their loved one along.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 131,
On the program today, Terry and I discuss Misogi's and Big Hairy Goals. We explore what exactly they are and if could be useful in the TBI Community for those healing, no matter where they may be in the journey.
Terry tells us the story of how walking down the block initially felt like a Hairy Goal at first, whether or not she believes she will get back on the bicycle, and why she broke out in a cold sweat when asked about her upcoming misogi
Maybe you are wondering exactly what a Misogi is? I guess you will need to listen in to learn a bit more?
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Today we speak pretty candidly around the subject of you the Warrior speaking your truth.
As we all know by being in the community being believed and taken seriously after an injury can be quite challenging. Whether it is with family, medical professionals or employers, every Warrior has run across people who simply don't understand or believe you.
There is no way around this, but overall awareness is developing. It is critical that throughout the healing process that Warriors find and articulate exactly what they are going through whenever appropriate and needed.
Doing this can lead to confidence and a sense of control in their treatment, aid the medical community in assisting and getting those close to understand better. All this helps the Warrior heal better.
Hope you enjoy! Let us know
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Here we go with Episode 129, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's guest Jaclyn Smolik
You spend your entire life focused and in love with the game of soccer. You go on to play college ball, become captain of the team and the teams leading goal scorer. Then boom it's taken away with one simple blow to your head.
Jaclyn tells us today what it has been like for her to go through this experience. At first she doesn't disclose her injury and it catches up to her. Partly because of the pressure athletes can feel. Now she is after making sure other athletes are aware that they must report.
Fortunately Jaclyn has a very good support system and is very aware of herself and what is needed in her healing so she is making progress. Like many in this world she has had to search for the right doctors and treatment to make headway.
In a few weeks she is off to Physical Therapy school with the hopes of helping others coping with injuries like this.
One thing this injury taught her was that she was racing through life and has learned to slow down since.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 128!
Drew stumbled across an article a few weeks back on mindset. Is was basically a book review highlighting a book written by Dr. Carol Dweck. A researcher who has been studying mindset for over 20 years. She argues that there are only two -Fixed and Growth.
As we have discovered and talked about quite a bit around here, mindset is a big key to healing. Drew figured I'd present the doctors findings and ask Terry what she thinks in terms of this TBI world we find ourselves in.
Terry offered her own experiences and viewpoints and as always we provide some suggestions to help you get into the Growth side a little more.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 127 with today's special guest Nick Krantz.
Nick proudly comes to us from the townhe grew up in, Mentor Ohio!
He's lives there with the wife and three boys. Today Nick shares with us some of his perspectives from his 14-16 concussions and other head injuries he has experienced.
It gets especially difficult for Nick as college football player who goes onto having to deal with Second Impact Syndrome. Luckily he finishes college and works his way into building a very robust online community and offers online training and nutrition courses.
In December 2019 Nick experiences another head injury and this one leaves a lasting fingerprint on his life and well-being. Not to be out done he gets hit on the head with a ceiling fan in July 2020. He has been working through things to this day and is very transparent about his journey.
He talks with us about how the pandemic hindered his healing, the need to find his own answers, the digestive issues that have presented in his life and how he works himself out of depression to name a few.
Like any trainer he also speaks to the need to embrace the suck and the frustrations he feels with not being able to workout himself currently. However Nick believes in maintaining a positive attitude as much as possible and that presents throughout the conversation!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 126.
Today we offer a little bit of a lighter topic. We explore what I call a "Secret Society of Knowing". I find it quite fascinating how TBI Warriors can pick one another out and form an immediate lastly relationship.
I touch base with Terry on this today and try to learn why this happens in her view, if she has developed empathy since her injuries, and if she looks back in her life to re-evaluate things since understanding this.
In addition we offer up some feedback that the community offered when I posed this question online.
We got some great responses! Let us know what we may have missed.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 125, with today's special guest Blair Hennessey.
Blaircomes to us from Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.Way up there and The eastern most part of the country where he lives with his wife, Sarah.
Blair's journey began as a youth hockey player and came to a bit of a head while serving in the Canadian military. He has been trying to heal from his PCS since 2015 and as part of the process he has been actively involved in the online community trying to help others by sharing his story and insights.
In today's conversation Blair tells us a bit about his injuries and how the have affected him, how a particular treatment made such a huge difference for him, his 5 year mantra as well as many other important perspectives.
He is on his way to get his Masters Degree in Physical Therapy, coaches ice hockey and is currently training for a half Iron Man happening in just a couple of weeks.
Blair is a shining example that even though having a brain injury sucks, with some grit, determination and perseverance anything is possible!
Enjoy the program and let us know what you think!
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 124!
Today we are going to tackle routines and why we feel that having them is an important thing, especially in this community.
We talk to the fact that good routines lead to good habits, what stacking is, and how Terry has adapted multiple times over the years in her routines based on how she is feeling.
As always, when we have these kinds of discussions we try to offer suggestions which are many times based off of our own experiences. Today is no exception and we offer some insight and strategies for the Battle Buddies as well.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 123, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's special guest Amy Caperchione.
Amy is a Warrior who sustained her TBI after a car accident about 4 years ago at the time of this recording. Her story like all others is unique for different reasons.
At first Amy was not even diagnosed for months having a head injury and once diagnosed went through a regimen of 11 medical professions and services working with her at once!
In the grand scheme Amy did not find it helpful. She feels that she actually started to take steps in the right direction once she removed all pharmaceuticals from her life and added two dogs.
Over the course of the last few years Amy has been documenting her healing adventures with her dogs, one which she fully trained to certified service dog status at District K9 on Instagram.
At first working with her dogs was to help her cope and adjust to her new unorthodox and chaotic life. It has since turned into so much more. She is currently building out District K9 and its offerings further. After listening in be sure to go over there and follow along.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 122, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly once again!
In today episode we are going to talk about "Bonking Your Head". What happens then? Terry hit her head 3 times in a stretch of a week and it set her back initially.
Terry tells us about some of the tools and strategies she used to get herself out it as quickly as possible and how she is faring since.
She also has some comments and suggestion to offer as it relates to staying ahead of the pain and getting to the root causes ultimately.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 121, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly.
On the program today we offer another installment of Terry's Takes.
In this episode we explore the following topics. Handling Bad Days in your recovery,Patients Guilt and Building Your Tribe after your injury.
As always Terry is completely honest with here experiences around her healing and todays episode is now exception.
She gets quite candid throughout the conversation and offers her perspective about setting priorities, travel concerns and planning properly, accepting who you are now and the importance of connecting with other Warriors to name just a few.
Let us know what you think!
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 120, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's special guest Cristabelle Braden
Cristabelle an award-winning singer/songwriter, speaker, writer, podcast host, and a big advocate for brain injury community.
She suffered her first traumatic brain injury as a teenager and was forced to re-learn how to do many of life's daily tasks. It becomes pretty obvious rather quickly that she has come a very long way.
She hosts her own brain injury podcast called Hope Survives and started a very robust online community called Hope After Head Injury to name just a few things she has been working on.
Cristabelle tells us in finer detail about her injuries and recovery, how important her family was in her healing, and why and how she has gotten herself into being 100% committed to helping other Warriors in their journey.
There are many resources and links to share that are in the show notes including a link to her YouTube channel. Go there and give a listen/view of her new music video that was released just a few days ago.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 119 with today's special guest William Galloway.
This is a fascinating story of a gentleman who after his own injury, decides he is going to ride his bike from New Jersey to California to seek out treatment.
As he learns on this sort of Forrest Gump trek, that it is quite the adventure. He gets to meet all sorts of generous people along the way, learns to sleep in the cold and finds himself feeling better riding.
So, William decides to keep doing it with the hope of raising awareness about the invisible injury. At the time of this recording William has riden 27,603 miles, crossed the country 9 times and has been featured in many newspapers, and local radio and TV stations.
We learn about William's injury, the adventure and what is next for William during the chat.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
A few weeks ago on the program Terry and I discussed a real difference maker in her recovery with Upper Cervical Chiropractic care. This week we offer another real "Game Changer" in her healing journey. It's called Ion* Biome.
Terry has been teasing it a touch the last few months on the program, but hadn't felt comfortable until recently in disclosing it because she wanted to make sure it had a lasting affect before recommending.
ION* Biome is a supplement aimed at improving gut health. We talk a little about what it is, how we learned about it and the some ways that it has helped Terry as well as me.
It truly is something we believe in around here.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 117 with today's guest Pattiann Berton
Like most of us, Pattiann and her family found themselves in this world after her oldest son Patrick experienced an injury during a youth football game.
For years following, Pattiann and Patrick couldn't get a proper diagnosis, appropriate treatments or therapies that were actually helpful. It truly went all wrong originally.
After years of living through this, Patrick finally healing, they as a family decide they are going to help others and develop Impacted Inc. An organization geared to helping youth recovering from concussions and creating awareness.
Today Patrick is thriving in law school and Pattiann continues to give away her knowledge through the very robust organization she and her family have developed.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 116, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly....
In today's discussion we explore Upper Cervical Chiropractor Care. This has become part of Terry's treatment plan n the last 6 or so weeks and it has made a very good impact so far.
We discuss what exactly it is from a lay-mans perspective, how it differs from traditional Chiropractic care, how we learned of it in the first place and how it is helping Terry improve.
As the episode moves along we also speak to some of the resources out there that could help you along in locating one in your area as well.
This treatment has been significant in Terry's healing since she has been actively treated in this manner and has become a very big believer in such a short period of time. Somehow this treatment seems to be Top Secret within the medical community. Why?
As an added bonus, Terry attempts to sing a little bit during the episode!
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 115, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's special guest Helena Esmonde.
Helena is a doctor of Physical Therapy and she specializes in treating patients with neurological, balance, and vestibular conditions.
Terry wanted to get the vestibular side of things spoken to on the podcast by an expert so we were lucky when Helena reached out to offer here perspectives to the community.
Throughout the conversation you will hear Helena's passion for what she does ring through multiple times. We get to explore what BBPV is, what a Balance Vest is and how it may help and about the infrared goggles that she has developed for practitioners to use while treating patients as just a few points.
If you are having balance and or dizziness concerns this is certainly an episode you want to listen to in it's entirety!
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 114 along with today's repeat special guest Melissa Biscardi. In case you missed it the first time around you can check out our first chat with Melissa in episode number 62.
In today' chat Melissa and I discuss as Terry was not able to join in on the conversation some tips and tricks around healing including the importance of sleep and finding treatment virtually. In addition, we also explore the new app that Melissa has released on both Apple and Android devices to help you in you recovery.
Make sure you listen in all the way to the end as she has an offer with the app that gets you some bonus material!
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 113,Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly....
In today's discussion Terry and I review some differences between a warrior and a survivor. One is not necessarily better than the other in this setting, but we both feels that there are differences and attributes between the two.
Some of the themes we hit upon include the actual dictionary definitions, what are the warrior traits and can the warrior traits be developed and the fact that personal responsibility is critically important.
Aside from that we touch upon this amazing community and some of the incredible people we have gotten to know and what they have accomplished to help others.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 112, with today's guest Michael Talarico.
Michael asked to come onto the program to share his story with the community, despite the fact that he is going through a rough patch currently in his own recovery and healing.
He was hit by a car while walking on the shoulder of a highway to get help after his car broke down in upstate New York. As is the case getting hit at a significant speed, it leads to multiple bodily injuries. In Michael's case this also included what amounted too a shattered skull and a brain injury to go along with it.
We get to listen in Michael tell his story at this point where he still has a way to go to get over the hump. Trying to heal during the height of Covid has certainly been a monkey wrench for him too.
Full disclosure- Michael at times throughout the conversation gets emotional and it may be difficult to listen to. We even considered not publishing this episode because of it, but we wouldn't have been true to ourselves and this platform if we didn't.
Especially since Michael felt it so important to share his story and that all the stories need to be told no matter how raw they may be.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 111
In this episode we explore a very common theme for those healing from a TBI and their loved ones. Success, what does that look like now?
Terry and I review a bit her her journey in defining what this means to her right now. We explore the fact that her teaching career may have helped her from time to time, that choosing you attitude is instrumental as part of the process and how life just changes anyway so try to embrace it.
At times throughout the conversation Terry gets emotional because this is not an easy mountain to climb. But hey, we try to be real around here when the stories are told.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 110 with today's guest Justin Morris.
About 4 years ago Justin fell and hit the back of his head on ice while going out ice fishing in his home state of Wisconsin. He has not been the same since.
As is the case with all head injuries, the are unique, but they are also unique in how people can be affected. In Justin's case, this is certainly true. He is a black belt in multiple martial arts including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Because of his injury he has found it extremely hard to train and teach the students he has in his school. We get to learn about how Justin has coped, where he is today in his journey, how he started another business in the worst of times and maybe most interestingly, how skateboarding has helped him.
As of the recording Justin has a few YouTube channels which are in the show notes and is in the process of writing a book about his injury and mindset around it.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 109 with today's special guest Dr. Kevin Pecca.
The good doctor joins us after being recommended by previous guest Emily Carpenter. Dr. Pecca is a certified Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor who changed her life. Kevin specializes in helping those with PCS symptoms largely due to the fact that he is a TBI Warrior himself.
After sustaining an injury at aged 20 playing ice hockey, Kevin spent 4 years looking for treatments and solutions. After one visit with another Blair Chiro his life changed for the better.
Dr. Pecca tells us his own story which included serious bouts of depression to go along with other typical symptoms and we also explore him being a coffee buff and host of his own podcast called Expect Miracles.
I promise, this is an episode you are going to want to listen to straight through to the end.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Today on we sit down to for another installment of Terry's Takes.
If you haven't listened to these episodes before, this is where I bring up 3 topics to Terry and she offers her candid, immediate responses and thoughts on the subjects and we discuss for a bit.
Today's installment we investigate the possibility of healing from a TBI, What would you tell someone new to Brain Injury and the fact that Terry is becoming more of a Minimalist and it's working!Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 107 with today's guest Chelsie Moore.
Chelsie has an inspiring journey about getting healthy after a history of many concussions and significant post concussive syndrome.
Chelsie's own journey to heal her brain led her down a path of to obtaining a master’s of science in clinical nutrition and integrative health. She has since founded her own practice called Moore Integrative Health out in the Lake Tahoe California area.
Chelsie has a good deal of knowledge in healing the brain from traumautic injuries such as concussions.
In our discussion today, Chelsie touches base on her concussion history, some of the obstacles she faced and how she overcame them.
She also gives us some great insight into the services that her practices offers which includes virtual learning opportunities and additional offerings for those both near and far.
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies! Here we go with Episode 106.
Today's chat we are going to talk a bit about water and nutrition. How significant can they really be in you healing process?
We are going to get some of Terry's thoughts and ask a few questions we feel are worthy of attention and consideration in this community.
We hope some questions we raise you find worthwhile asking you team about no matter where you are in your healing.
Some questions include - Are supplements worth it? How are zinc and magnesium useful in healing? How important exactly is water? And what are some side effects if you don't get enough? How important is a good diet really?
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies! Here we go with Episode 105, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with special guest Emily Carpenter.
Emily was gracious enough to answer the call as a listener to come tell her story to the community. We appreciate her in doing so and remind you that you can reach out in all the areas to do the same.
So-what's it like spending 15 years living in the fog? More importantly how exciting is it to start feeling like you are coming out of it?
Emily is someone who learned in adulthood that she had experienced concussions in her youth that was causing her some serious concerns as they began to come to the forefront in her life.
Similar in nature to Dr. Jessica Nourse from episode 94, Emily wasn't aware and simply adapted.
She speaks pretty passionately about her experiences thus and her work with Blair Chiropractic and the Mind Eye Institute in addressing her concerns.
As the conversation progresses you will pick up on the theme of how the "Brain Fog" is lifting and Emily's excitement in it.
Emily felt it important to come on and offer encouragement to others. She believes she can make an impact others and doing so is part of the healing process.
Enjoy and let us know you thoughts!
Notes and resources for this episode
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 104, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's guests **Dr. Sasha Blaskovich and Ethan O'Brien.
Dr. Blaskovich (who also goes by Dr. B) originally met Ethan** through treating him. Since then they have teamed up on a few projects which we will visit during the conversation.
Dr. B and Ethan are both warriors themselves and have a very good sense as to what people are going through in this community.
As the conversation moves along it will be clear to you that Dr. B. has a serious passion for what he does as a long term Chiropractor that specializes in helping those with concussions and whiplash.
Ethan, the other half of this dynamic duo, has a world of life experiences to draw from and a keen sense of things that are out there that can be quite helpful to those in the healing process.
Some of the highlights in the discussion include- If you have a concussion you also have whiplash, The importance of diet, meditation and yoga, cold water therapy. We also review the Concussion Recovery Kit and book- Dr. B’s Concussion Breakthrough.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 103, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's guest Bella Paige.
Bella is the proud owner of Post Concussion Inc out of Ontario Canada. An organization that she started after learning how to recover from more than 10+ concussions she experienced during her formative years.
In today's conversation she speaks to us openly about her journey which included serious depression concerns, sensory issues and what it has been like giving up what you enjoy the most in order to heal.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about Terry and Drew's life experiences and those of their guests living with, and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on Post Concussion Syndrome.
This platform is intended to be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury and to help those in the battle.
Whether you are the Warrior or the Battle Buddy, the stories and resources offered here take aim at helping you in your own journey.
Join us each week for meaningful conversations that truly do matter for those affected.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Here we go with Episode 102, Terry, the inspiration for the program was unfortunately unable to join this conversation due to not feeling well. But as Freddie Mercury has had, the show must go own.
Today we offer Sadie and Corbin Raymond to you. Corbin was in an automobile accident at age sixteen which caused his TBI. On his road to recovery which amounted to 121 days in hospitals and rehab centers before returning home.
Corbin's Mom, Sadie is his amazing advocate who also takes to blogging about Corbin's progress to keep people abreast.
A few years later with tremendous family and community support Corbin and Sadie's story is written by Sadie in 121 Days The Corbin Raymond Story.
This episode releases on February 1st. Just in time for the book release on February 2nd.
Today we get a little of the inside scoop on a few things pertaining to Corbin's injuries, his healing, what it was like a Mom getting that dreaded phone call and how Corbin feels about Mom writing the book.
This is a podcast where Terry and Drew Niemann tell our stories and share the stories of our guests living with Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on Post Concussion Syndrome.
We offer the trails, the challenges, the wins, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversations are real, raw and uncensored at times.
We also explore what things are like for the caregivers, families and friends walking through this with the Warrior. We call these folks Battle Buddies.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places. Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Here we go with Episode 101, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's special guest Aayna Patel.
Aayna will tell us about her story of slipping down the stairs at home and ending up with a concussion and Post Concussion symptoms that came about in the months following.
In addition to talking us through some of the tools and resources she used in her recovery she talks to what it is like to be a teenager trying to heal. What kind of support has she gotten at school? Do they get it? How have her friends reacted and been helpful?
Aayna has taken this experience that is now 3 years in the making and has developed and non Profit called Calming my Storm.
The young organization is really interested in helping lead the charge in why female concussions seem to be more prevalent and helping those with severe migraines begin to feel better.
Let us know your thought after listening in to this dynamic, energetic and high achieving young lady.
This is a podcast where Terry and Drew Niemann tell our stories and share the stories of our guests living with Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on Post Concussion Syndrome.
We offer the trails, the challenges, the wins, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversations are real, raw and uncensored at times.
We also explore what things are like for the caregivers, families and friends walking through this with the Warrior. We call these folks Battle Buddies.
Through the podcast we aim to:
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Help others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and Traumatic Brain Injury develop a sense of community through the stories.
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Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living with a brain injury clearly indicated to us society has very little understanding.
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Get help ourselves!. We hope to learn by doing, and hopefully this will lead to further understanding.
Join us each week for the conversation wherever you listen!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
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Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Here we go with Episode 100!
To celebrate this milestone for us and you, we are going to check in with some guests from previous episodes to see how they are faring today.
We appreciate you for following along on the journey.
If you happen to be new here, thanks for joining and be sure to look into the archives for the stories and resources we have plenty to offer. Hopefully you'll hit the subscribe button and become part of the community.
Being that this is episode 100 Terry figured we should bring back some previous guests to see how they are doing since the last time we spoke. So that's exactly what we have done!
We will visit with
James Inkson Stevens from Episode 71
Lacey Fuller from Episode 66.
Paul McMahon from Episode 77
and Gemma Bromley from Episode 81
You will get to hear about 15 minutes from each of them and afterwards Terry and I will come back to offer some of our thoughts.
We start the conversations with James. Enjoy.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 099.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey.
In this episode Terry and I reflect on the fact that episode number 100 is right around the corner. Before we get to releasing it into the world we catch up on Terry's progress, the journey of producing the podcast and what the experience has been like so far.
We also speak to the lessons learned, the great information and suggestions we have received and we cover some voice mails from listeners that surprise Terry.
We also cover very briefly about where A Battle Within may go in the future. Hopefully you enjoy and know that we are grateful for your support!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 098 with today's guest Vanessa Woodburn.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
Vanessa's TBI journey started with a bicycle accident while on vacation in Italy. She takes us through the journey of trying to get treated with a language barrier and with the need to stay abroad for an extended period of time while her 3 children are home in Canada.
Like many in this community, this trauma has Vanessa re-evaluate things and she goes on to become a life coach and has written a book to help others in their own journey.
Vanessa provides her perspectives on finding the new version of herself, tells us about her quest and offers some really good thoughts on the ways we talk to ourselves.
Be sure to listen in all the way to the end, as Vanessa offers a free digital copy of her book- Bounce Back to A Battle Within listeners! You can grab yours right after the episode.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 097
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey.
Today we have a little fun talking about a organization system and philosophy used in commercial kitchens amongst cook and chefs called Mise en Place.
From time to time we speak to the fact that for many healing from a brain injury, organization and planning can be a problem and we try to offer some strategies to help.
This system used around the world might be just that for you!
Drew can personally claim to be an expert in. Drew has spent 40+ years in the industry.
Listen in to find out how these skills and approach used by millions can possibly help you or you loved one as your TBI recovery process continues.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 096. Today we are joined by special guest Kelly O'Neill From B is For Brain.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey..
To preview the conversation with Kelly O'Neill. If you have been around here for any period of time you know we talk about the fact that a Traumatic Brain Injury deeply affects many people, not just the injured person.
That was certainly the case for Kelly. Her dear friend Tyler is hit by a car on his bicycle back in 2013. During his recovery he had a series of serious setbacks and obstacles to overcome. During all of this Kelly was not only very present, but extremely active in helping Tyler recover.
Tyler's accident and injuries drastically changed how Kelly approaches life in the most significant ways. Today they remain the closest of friends and have put themselves forward to help others through B is for Brain.
Through this platform they connect heads and hearts through inclusive yoga where the proceeds go to support brain injury survivors.
Listen in to find out why Tyler is the best human ever and exactly why he is Kelly's real life super hero!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 095.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey.
Today Terry and I discuss the Legend of the Two Wolves otherwise known as the Wolves Within. This Native American Fable serves as a good reminder to us all that we are in control of our circumstances most of the time and possess the power to guide the narrative we tell ourselves.
In the current times we are in this is a message that would benefit us all for sure. Some of the themes during the conversation include shout outs to people who have helped us, getting to the root cause and realizing you have superpowers.
Let us know what you thought after listening in!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 094
Today on the program we offer Dr.Jessica Nourse.
Dr. Jessica Nourse is someone who worked with Terry during her most recent concussion back in 2016-2017 as a Speech Pathologist and was critical in her recovery process. In fact the relationship is about to re kindle on that front.
Today she joins us to tell us about her own personal head injury in childhood. She explains about how she adapted during those times and how it has helped her be a better doctor for her patients. Jessica is part of the team at Neuroscience Institute for Brain Injuries at Lancaster General Health/Penn Medicine.
During our chat, Jessica also talks to the fact that she believes you can develop super powers after injury, how talking in picture stories is useful and the importance of understanding that this is a transformation and she even offers some strategies!
She is also a Yoga Instructor with certification to teach Love Your Brain classes.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome toA BATTLE WITHIN, Episode093.
A BATTLE WITHINis about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around theinvisible injury.We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you thewarrior or you the caregiverby offering the stories and resources we have found.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN,we sit down to for another installment of Terry's Takes.
If you haven't listened to these episodes before, this is where I bring up 3 topics to Terry and she offers her candid, immediate responses and thoughts on the topics and we discuss for a bit.
Today's installment investigates the general public and accommodations, Why Women get concussions and PCS at higher rates, and should you disclose to your employer?
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasteven if you don't use that listening platform.
Links to do so are in the episode notes to make that easy for you, and be sure to share with everyone in your life you feel would benefit.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 092, with today's guest Nicole Smithback.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
Nicole reached out to us to offer to tell the story of her husbands injury. As someone in the Battle Buddy role she feels it important to share to help others.
She has had tremendous support of from her family and tells us very candidly about the journey and what these past 6 months have been like.
Imagine going through Covid-19 and a TBI at the same time. It cannot be easy. Nicole tells us about how life changed in a moment and why it was so important to follow her husbands lead in the recovery process.
She also talks about the importance of getting to acceptance as quickly as you can as a Battle Buddy, that it actually makes things better.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 091.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey.
Today Terry and I are going to bring up something that may be considered controversial. The question we are asking today is- Is it A mental disorder or is it actually a natural response to circumstances?
This question grew out of an article written and published in Forbes in August 2020 based on a study conducted at Washington State University by two PhD’s.
Let us know what your thoughts are after you listen in!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 090, I'm Drew Niemann and I'll be joined by my wife Terry, the inspiration for the program shortly.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
Terry and I talk to the fact that many TBI Warriors can be quite good in the lock-down situations we are experiencing around the globe with Covid 19. Largely due to the prior experience in living this way.
However this is not the case for all, many are also going stir crazy and find themselves under a great deal of stress. Some may even be experiencing regressions in their healing/recovery processes.
We try to offer some insight and strategies from their own experiences to help others finding these times difficult with the addition of Covid-19.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, episode 89, today we are joined by guest Sarah Rasborsek.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey..
Sarah from Sydney Australia joins us to talk about the injury she experienced shortly after completing a triathlon. We explore how it has significantly changes her life and how she has reinvented herself by becoming Sarah 2.0
We get to explore some of the non-traditional treatments Sarah utilized to aid in her recovery, how she wrote a book without having an intention to do so, and why she believes it is all interconnected.
In addition we review a few passages from her blog that were so powerful that they brought Terry to tears. We hope you enjoy this story of resilience.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 088 with today's guest Sarah Renberg.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey..
A brief intro about Sarah. This young lady has accomplished so much already in her young life. The former Ice Hockey player is currently a Honors College student who has helped develop a charitable organization that aims to improve concussion management through 3 pillars: awareness, aid and advocacy.
In recent times (Pre-Covid) Sarah has spent time volunteering, running half marathons and rock climbing when she isn't studying hard!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 087 with today's guest Tommy Lunetta.
Tommy is a military veteran who served with both the US Army and US Navy. He was also an Ultra Marathon Runner who experienced a TBI in an automobile accident in May of 2018.8.
The California native speaks (now in Arizona) to the fact that he has been working on "Being Rebuilt" since, the fact that his son is his hero and he has recently started a group called "Nowhere But Up" to help others on their own journey. We will explore Tommy's story and what he does to keep himself in a positive frame of mind as he progresses in his healing.
Tommy is a military veteran who served with both the US Army and US Navy. He was also an Ultra Marathon Runner who experienced a TBI in an automobile accident in May of 2018.8.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 086,
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS) The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey.
This happily married couple of over 50 years had their worlds turned upside down in 2005.
David experiences a brain injury which lead to 3 Brain Surgeries in 2 weeks. He is still working on his recover today.
After David was more or less out of the woods they became very active in the TBI community. Donna developed a blog, They speak whenever they can on the topic, Donna hosts a radio show which airs bi-monthly and has written a book about their story with David acting as the editor.
It's an amazing story of the human spirit. I'm sure you will enjoy this chat and come away with many more resources. Some coming up shortly that you can take advantage of.
This episode is very much for the Battle Buddy as well, so make sure yours listens in too!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 085
Today we welcome Ian Panter to the program! - Ian is a TBI warrior from Michigan who happened to suffer his injury while visiting close to our town of Lancaster Pa. for a Tough Mudder obstacle course race event.
Unfortunately Ian was involved in an automobile accident which placed him in a coma for over a week over 12 hours from home. Listen in to the story of a warrior who had the backing of his family, friends and fellow "mudders" community during this process.
Even though life changed drastically for him that day and he lost his ability to compete in an activity he thoroughly enjoyed, he has found a new way of being and is grateful in it.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 084, I'm Drew Niemann and I'll be joined by my wife Terry, the inspiration for the program shortly.
Okay, Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and I sit down to talk about Memory and Cognition. Our experiences and some strategies to consider.
We also talk about vision and vestibular systems and their impact on ones memory. Not something most would consider, but certainly worth looking into.
We hope you come away with some tools and strategies to help during your own journey.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 083
Today we speak with Chris Dittrich. He is a bit of a world traveler working in the hotel industry.
Chris experienced a severe brain injury back in March 2008 which left him in a coma for 3.5 weeks. This went down his senior year of high school.
He has been working diligently in healing ever since. Much of what he did was through setting small achievable goals along the way.
Chris is extremely open and honest about his story on the regular through Instagram video's and lives by the motto of Keep Moving Forward! which we explore in the conversation as well.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 082
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the Warrior or you the Battle Buddy by offering the stories and resources we have found along the way in our own journey.
On the program today, Terry and I investigate courage and it's place in the TBI world. Why do so many posses it? Is it innate to the individual? Or is it simply a learned behavior?
We speak to it from a place where Terry recently received some bad news and we get into that a bit as well. Be warned Terry gets a bit upset during the conversation, but it is real and raw as we have promised.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 081
Today we offer Gemma Bromley. She is someone who has been in this world since 2002 following an automobile accident when she was 17. The accident cause major structural damage to her skull as well.
Gemma went on to accomplish some amazing things since the injury including becoming a Mom, a college graduate and a published author. We will touch on these during the conversation as well.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 080
Today we have another installment of Terry's Takes. If you haven't listened to these episodes before, this is where Drew brings up 3 topics to Terry and she offers her candid and immediate responses which leads to good conversation.
Today's installment investigates safe/escape words, what you wish you knew prior to your injury and 5 tips for living with your brain injured loved one.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 079
Today Terry and Drew have a chat with special guest Kate Anderson.
Kate is someone who has been in healing from her injury since February 2019. She is a writer and a comedian who has spent time working the improv's in New York City.
Kate gives us some insight into vertigo, socializing after injury and finding community as you go through the process of trying to heal.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 078.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew sit down to chat about what we will call "Understanding the Warrior"
We want this to be an episode that you share whenever your loved ones quote "just don't understand".
One that will help you explain what it may be like for you at least a little to those in you life.
Please do use it as a tool, it's what it is for. Make sure you mark it as a favorite.
If you are one of the people who has been given this episode to listen to. We really hope that this creates a good basic understanding and we would love to hear from you about it!
Please let us know if we have missed anything. If we get enough feedback that warrants a second episode on the topic we will explore adding it.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here:
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, **Episode 077
Paul McMahon,** our first guest from the land down under, Australia! He is currently living in Sydney and I must point this out because it can change at any time. He has spent a great deal of time over the year traveling the world looking for new adventures.
Unfortunately things change abruptly in his life when he fell 3.5 stories off a roof while celebrating his birthday.
Terry, Drew and Paul visit the injury, why it happened and the healing process early in the conversation, then a shift is made where the chat focuses on the fact that Paul has earned two post graduate degrees and written a book since. We also explore a few of his writings during the conversation.
Hopefully you find Paul to be as fascinating as we did. Enjoy!
Join us each week for the conversation!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 076
Christine, like Terry, has experienced three documented brain injuries. All of which from riding her road bike.
She tells us how she believes with each one she grew smarter and was able to heal quicker. She used many different non-traditional treatments and her background in exercise physiology to help her along the way. At this point she feels that she is close to 100% which is an amazing feat!
Christine also talks to the fact that she believes hope is a very big part of healing and has built a blog to offer exactly that to others.
We get into some of her writing and perspectives around this as well.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 075
Today we are joined by Writer Brooke Knisley. James Inkson Stevens from a few episodes ago was pretty insistent that we talk with Brooke so here we are!
Brooke is a writer who has been featured in many magazines including The Huffington Post, The Independent, The Boston Globe, Playboy and Vice to name a few. She writes about many different subject matters including her own experiences with TBI.
Brooke fell out of a tree in her college years which lead to her injury. Today we learn about that a bit, how she continues to heal and her ability to be prolific as a writer at the same time.
If that isn't enough- she is also a writing instructor at Emerson College.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 074,
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew sit down to chat about "Finding the Right Treatments" This can be quite the struggle for many.
Lack of understanding from medical professionals and a sense of loneliness in the fight are a few of the reasons this can be difficult.
However there are many options and ways to go about finding what you need which we will cover in a bit.
This episode was inspired by recent guests Liz Rohrer, Dr. Rochester and Cody Oehm who all had something to say on the subject as well.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 073, I'm Drew Niemann.
I will be joined by my wife Terry, the inspiration for the program and Liz Rohrer shortly.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome, otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the warrior or you the caregiver. We do this by offering the stories and resources we have found along our own journey.
A little about Liz. This is a bit of a different conversation with Liz. She was the Occupational Therapist that worked with Terry after her last concussion.
When it comes to recovery and healing an OT isn't thought about all that often in the TBI world, but can be an intricate part of the process.
Liz is clearly very passionate about what she does and it is evident throughout the conversation. She also offers many tidbits that might be helpful to you.
In this episode Liz is also offering her own personal perspectives and what she passes along should not be considered medical advice.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 072
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome, otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the warrior or you the caregiver. We do this by offering the stories and resources we have found along our own journey.
Today we look at high school sports as it pertains to concussions, awareness and recovery. A recent robust study came out which serves to be the foundation for the conversation.
I promise that some of the statistics will surprise you and we pass along some good resources to help you and your student athletes along the way.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 071
Drew and Terry speak with today's guest James Inkson Stevens.
To preview the chat with James-
James hails from the southern part of England and unfortunately suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury via an assault in March 2019.
As part of his healing and recovery he has gone onto making a series of YouTube videos to document his feeling, trails and wins along the way. We touch on these topics and discuss an amazing piece of mercy James displays towards his attacker.
We hope you enjoy the latest installment of A BATTLE WITHIN!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 070
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS)
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the warrior or you the caregiver by offering the stories and resources we have found.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we sit down to for another installment of Terry's Takes.
If you haven't listened to these episodes before, this is where Drew brings up 3 topics to Terry and she offers her candid and immediate responses and thoughts on the topic.
Today's installment investigates celebrating the "re-birth" Simplifying Household Chores, and **Some Travel Tips.
This week we also add feedback we received from listeners and followers so be share to tune in!**Join us each week for the conversation!
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 069
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew hear from Cody Oehm, a former Ice Hockey player from North of the Border and The founder of Head 1st Movement. An organization dedicated to helping people prioritize their mental health.
We talk to Cody about his concussions and the aftermath, speaking up, and what lead him to start this new organization in the first place. As you will learn, he has a great pledge campaign coming with the backing necessary to pull it off effectively.
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Hello Warriors! Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 068.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we talk about one of Drew's favorite topics. Removing Clutter From Your Life. He believe it clogs up your mind just as much as your physical space. So removing it can be so helpful.
We cover some strategies and experiences we have had along these lines. Hopefully it offers some insight for you!
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Hello Warriors!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 067
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we get to be hear from Dr Rochester again.
If you been around for any length of time you know that he was Terry's primary doctor during her third concussion recovery/healing process. We both feel that she would not have healed to the degree she has without him. He is a Traumatic Brain Injury hero in our view. Check out episode #12 if you haven't already to learn more.
This time around Dr. Rochester discusses living with PCS during these Covid-19 lockdown times. He presents some suggestions and potential strategies to help you through it all.
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Hello Warriors!
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 066,
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we get to be hear from Lacey Fuller. Lacey is a national champion volleyball player who went on to play in professional ranks. Lacey suffered a concussion in August 2019 while playing on the beaches and still hasn't made it back yet, but is working diligently to get back on the courts soon.
As she works through the process, Lacey has gone about documenting her journey on Instagram @SlightlyActive. In an effort to aid others during their healing process. In doing so, she finds out that this is also very important to her.
Lacey's journey includes having to understand that healing is not a linear process, a new sense of anxiety, a lost identity and the need to find gratitude despite the tough times.
We hope you enjoy this chat with a very dynamic and energetic young athlete as she documents her personal case study!
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Hello Warriors! Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 065, I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for the program and I sit down to discuss the Art of Socializing and how to go about it while trying to heal.
We understand that things are unique in each situation, but we figured we would pass along some of the things and strategies we have used.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 064
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we will be hearing from Rebecca Zitzmann and her mother and caregiver Bev.
Rebecca has experienced multiple head injuries over the years beginning with one in 1996 and as recent as 2014.
Luckily Rebecca had a great support system through the years. Bev explains what it was like to be in her shoes as throughout the process as well.
The injuries Rebecca sustained in 2014 forced her to leave her chosen profession. But today she has adapted and spends a good deal of time blogging and vlogging about her experiences. This is all done in an effort to help others affected by the invisible injury.
As you listen into our conversation, it is important to note that Rebecca didn't actually receive a diagnosis of a TBI and PCS until 2016. Despite her and her mothers persistence in trying to find out what was wrong throughout the years, it still lead to 20 years not knowing.
Along they way you will also pick up on the fact that Rebecca really began making headway in her recovery 20 years later as well.
So if you are struggling hopefully this will give you some encouragement. Things can always get better no matter where you are in the journey.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 063
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore Ambiguous Loss. It is a very real concern on so many different levels within this community.
What is it? How do you recognize it? How do you live with it are just a few of the points covered.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 062
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew will be hearing from Melissa Biscardi from Rehab Lab out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Melissa is a is a Registered Nurse and also a Osteopathic Therapist who had her own health concerns which ultimately lead her down the path of helping people affected by brain injuries including the opening of The Rehab Lab.
Melissa has been cited in quite a few medical publications in recent years as she is an expert in helping those with lingering Post Concussive Symptoms.
We also get to touch upon Melissa earning her Black Belt and her World Championships in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The question is also asked to see if Jiu Jitsu would be good for those recovering from a brain injury.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 061
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore some of the suggestions included at the end of the book- Headstrong.
We had the author Joanne Silver Jones on program in Episode 51 and I have just finished reading the book. I thought it would be good to bring these suggestions out into the open more and talk through them with Terry to learn about her perspectives as well.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 060
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we sit down to for another installment of Terry's Takes.
If you haven't listened to these episodes before, this is where Drew brings up 3 topics to Terry around Post Concussion Syndrome and/or Traumatic Brain Injuries in general.
Terry offers her candid immediate responses and thoughts on the topic.
Today's installment investigates your brain and the feedback loop. Being barefoot and how it may boast brain function, and Epsom salt bathsJoin us each week for the conversation!
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 059
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for the program and I will explore Transitioning from Caregiver to Supporter. There is a difference between the two in our opinion.
Swinging back and forth between the two is a real challenge and takes some work. One which communication is a critical part.
We visit our own experiences and we figured we would close up Brain Injury Awareness Month by getting after giving these folks some love!
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 058 I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore Staying positive during extremely trying times. We recorded this episode about 2 weeks into the lock-down in the states due to Covid 19.
We'll pass along some things we are doing, learned about or have seen recommended in an effort to ease things for you during this stressful time.
In this time of need our friends over at Mind Your Brain have made their conference that was cancelled into a bit of a virtual event by curating some presentation and information.
If you've been a listener for any length of time you know we are big fans of what they are doing there.
A link to this very generous free offering is in the show notes. Spend some of this time learning virtually with these folks who volunteered their time to put it together.
As always- Terry and Drew are here, if you need to, reach out. In the meantime stay safe and Keep Battling!
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 057,
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew hear from artist Kym Stine.
Similar in nature to previous guest Martha Hoezler, Kym is someone who experienced a Traumatic Brain Injury and she too is now using her craft to try to help others in their recovery process. - through her art.
Kym is a painter and has been actively exhibiting her work in the Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia areas over the last few years. If you don't live in these areas don't fret it. She also has a book called The Scrambled Brain available and a webpage to check some of it out on.
Throughout the conversation you will pick up on the fact that she really started making headway in her recovery after the 2 year mark. So if you are struggling hopefully this will give you some encouragement.
Also you love really get a feel of Kym's love for art and how it how it has helped her along the way.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 056
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Today we tackle the Homeless and the Incarcerated and their relationship to Traumatic Brain Injuries.
No matter what ones initial perspective may be on the topic, it must be spoken about. In both populations this is very real epidemic and unfortunately it goes largely unnoticed.
In this month of awareness Terry and I try to shed some light on the subject. We fully understand that this can present to be a bit dark, but feel the story needs to be told.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 055
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, today on the program we will be hearing from concussion warrior Martha Hoelzer.
She is a professional photographer who explores the intersection of art and bodily trauma through a series called “What Lies Beneath.”
In the series of images and video, she considers how multiple concussions have impacted her visual perception of everyday items and is using her expertise to help others articulate their vision concerns.
If this really interests you, she also has a way for you to get involved as a participant and she explains how to do just that during the conversation. Listen in to find out how!
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 054
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we review the first year of A Battle Within and what we are looking forward to in the future.
We discuss some of the highs and lows as well as all the things we are currently working on to take it to the next level.
We are fully aware that none of this happens without the generosity of many of you. So Thank You!
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 053 I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for the program and Ireview some happenings around the upcoming Brain Injury Awareness month in March.
March is traditionally the month here in the states. We thought we would pass along some information on events and programs that we are aware of including some events that we will personally be involved in.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 052
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Drew and Terry explore Resiliency.
We explore this word and it's practice as one tries to heal. We talk about Terry's strategies and her role models in this arena as a few points as well as building a support system.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew get to have a chat with author and former college professor, Joanne Silver Jones.
Joanne was in Washington D.C. a few nights before the Inauguration of President Obama back in January 2009. She was there to attend. Unfortunately she never made it. Shorty after arriving that night changed her life forever.
We learn a little about the bone chilling experience Joanne that was forced to go through beginning that winter evening, some of the aftermath, and what lead her to publishing her book- Headstrong- Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury 10 years later.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 050
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we sit down to for another installment of Terry's Takes.
If you haven't listened to these episodes before, this is where Drew brings up 3 topics to Terry around Post Concussion Syndrome and/or Traumatic Brain Injuries in general.
Terry offers her candid off the cuff responses to how she may feel or see the topic.
Today's installment investigates making friends after experiencing a TBI with PCS, Gifts from having the experience, and Misophonia- which is an acute reaction to sound.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 049
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew get to have a chat with Jessy and Chris Munch. Jessy is a listener and has been following along on Instagram.
Jessy and Chris are out of the Portland, Oregon area and found themselves dealing with Jessy's head injury within their first year of marriage.
We look into what happened, how the recovery is going and what some of what they have done to accommodate all the sudden and unexpected changes in their lives. The adaption continues as Jessy works diligently at the healing to this day with Chris by her side.
Chris offers some of his perspectives as the spouse and very much the caregiver as well. As we all know, this kind of trauma can tear a relationship apart. Being married for such a short period of time has got to lead to additional stress and things to sort out. How are they working through it?
Jessy has become actively involved in helping in the TBI community and have become an advocate for wearing helmets.
I'm sure you will appreciate their willingness to openly share their story.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 048
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore the fact that many who are experiencing Post Concussion Syndrome basically lose their filters.
Terry and I also pass along some our experiences and insights with this. It has certainly been part of the process in the Niemann household.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 047
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN we have the honor of speaking with Victor Medina and Dr. Roxana Delgado of TBI Warrior Foundation out of San Antonio, Texas.
If you been listening to A BATTLE WITHIN up until this point, you know we have brought up the fact that many of our soldiers are fighting in the arena of Traumatic Brain Injuries.
In fact, head injuries have become the notable injury of war during our conflicts in the Middle East.
According to the Department of Defense, as of this recording, over 350,000 of our warriors have sustained a Traumatic Brain Injury.
Having the opportunity to speak to someone personally injured in this way and his support system has been an honor.
What makes it even cooler is that they are doing some incredible things to help other veterans, their caregivers, their children and anybody else who needs it within their own recoveries and healing processes.
A little more than 10 years ago, Sergeant Victor Medina was serving his country with his third tour in Iraq. The Purple Heart recipents life was changed forever that day in June.
Victor sustains a moderate Traumatic Brain Injury.
It must be said- that when a trauma like this occurs, it affects many people and the ripple affect of that is real. That's where Dr. Roxana Delgado, Victors wife comes in. Not only is she thrust into the role of Caregiver but goes on to help others.
We spend time learning about the foundation they started and all the amazing work they have been up to.
We also discuss some of the great resources they have on offer including a tremendous Caregivers Companion Book which is available to you for free! Link to get yours electronic copy is in the show notes.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 046
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore Goal Setting.
It seemed appropriate as this recording happened on New Year's Eve and people are generally considering goals and "New Year Resolutions and Goals"
We review some of the aspirations, goal setting results and lessons learned that Terry had from the previous year and what's the approach going forward.
We have come to learn that setting goals in the TBI/PCS community can be quite different than the traditional setting, so we will hit on some of those specifics from our perspectives as well.
Terry and I also pass along some insights and strategies that may be helpful to you as you lay out your goals in the new year. This includes for the people filling the caregiver role as well.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 45.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew pick up on the conversation with Kevin McDonald that was started in last weeks episode.
Terry and Drew dig in deep with Kevin about his great organization, Restart Your Life/Renew Your Mind - a 501c organization that he has started in order to help those affected by the invisible injury. We touch on much of the programming and services it offers and what he hopes it becomes in the future.
Aside from this, we explore his advocacy efforts at both the state and federal levels, his advising with the Department of Health and the partnerships he is currently developing to bring more resources to those affected by Traumatic Brain Injuries and their loved ones.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 44
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew 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 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 process and the support he has had available to him.
We also get to learn a little about what he has been up recently as he continues down the road of trying to improve.
Next week we will spend time reviewing his wonderful organization Restart Your Life/Review Your Mind and covering the advocacy work he has down statewide and on the federal level.
We promise you will find much of what Kevin has to say to be important and valuable. Having somebody like this in the fight in our community of warriors is fantastic and deserves to be recognized.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 43, I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for the program and I get to spend time chatting with Janine Kirby about her journey after experiencing her 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 ring true today in Kirby. We look forward to sharing this with you.
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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.
A recently purchased treadmill was the inspiration to explore this topic today.
Terry talks about getting back into exercising regularly and the intention to use walking as a launch point.
Terry and Drew also offer 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 if you haven't started already!
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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 few things we do to try to help us in this regard as well as other ideas we have learned about since episode 17 (The Mindset Shift) when we spoke to it as well.
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Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, We spend some time talking about our unique experience at the Center for Brain Injury and Repair Annual Retreat that we were able to participate in on November 8th 2019.
It really was a cool format the way we were involved. Listen in closely to what happened and for some additional resources.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Post Concussion Syndrome.(PCS) The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
From time to time we also get medical professionals involved so they can offer their expertise as well.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury and help those in the battle, whether that is you the patient or you the caregiver. One way to do this is to share! So please share!
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 039
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew chat with Jeff Huxford, M.D. We will be investigating his story, touching on his blog of musings and reviewing the book that he has written and put out into the world!
His book, "Finding Normal" documents his journey of trying to find 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 we explore how Jeff and his family have healed, shifted, and adapted their lives and outlook on life based on this life altering experience.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 038, I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN and I will be discussing 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 as well as other which have been discovered in researching for the episode. Who knows, maybe we will even take on an app or two. This episode is intended to be a little lighter in nature and we hope you enjoy it.
As you listen and you notice that we missed something, let us know on the episode post on Facebook or Instagram.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN!
Today we will be building 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 we didn't address last time.
Some of the topics we visit this time around as it pertain to inflammation include a Keto Diet, Medical Marijuana and CBD Oils, Alcohol, Personal Care and Cleaning Products.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 036.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we investigate inflammation and how diet can help.
We believe that both inflammation and diet do not get enough consideration as one tries to heal from a brain injury.
We'll be passing along some things we learned, resources available that we discovered as we continue down the road of recovery, so be sure to stick with us.
We will get to it in a moment, but first-
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Post Concussion Syndrome.(PCS) The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury and help those in the battle, whether that is you the patient or you the caregiver. **One way to do this is to share! So please share!
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.**
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
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Episode Notes and Resources are here.
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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 035, I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN and I pass along what we learned at the Mind Your Brain Conference a few weeks ago.
We were certainly thrilled to attend and participate as panelists, but we also got to spend some time with listeners and guests of A BATTLE WITHIN. It truly was a cool experience for us!
We will be passing along some things we learned, resources available that we discovered and a little about some of the really cool people we met during and conference.
We will get to conference in a moment, but first-
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Post Concussion Syndrome.(PCS) The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury and help those in the battle, whether that is you the patient or you the caregiver. One way to do this is to share! So please share!
If you are a regular listener to the program, you heard Marc from recoveringfromtbi.com on the program in episode 32. He has a wonderful offer for A BATTLE WITHIN folks.
He is offering a course called "Flight From Failure" that has strategies and tools to rise from failure on the Brain Injury Journey.
Use the code BATTLE at checkout to get 30% off the program. A dedicated link to the course is available in the episode notes.
As always, we hope you find the info offered here to be useful.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Episode Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 034, I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN and I got to spend some time chatting with Kristen Gregory
Kristin shares her long term story of recovery, how her injury guided her professional career and how a doctor helped her many years after her injury.
Kristen also shares with us what it has been like to get married and have children after the injury. For the first time on the podcast we speak to someone who has spent their entire adult life healing from the injury.
We will get to it in a moment, but first-
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests managing and healing from Post Concussion Syndrome.(PCS) The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury and help those in the battle, whether that is you the patient or you the caregiver. One way to do this is to share! So please share!
If you are a regular listener to the program, you heard Marc from recoveringfromtbi.com on the program in episode 32. He has a wonderful offer for A BATTLE WITHIN folks.
He is offering a course called "Flight From Failure" that has strategies and tools to rise from failure on the Brain Injury Journey.
Use the code BATTLE at checkout to get 30% off the program. A direct link to course is available in the episode notes.
On another note, I wanted to make sure that you all tune in next week. Terry and I will be reviewing what we learned at the Mind Your Brain conference that we attended recently.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Episode Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 033, I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, I got to spend some time chatting with Terry Niemann, my wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN.
We talk about the "new normal", getting there and all the stickiness around it.
It is a very candid conversation about what it means and continues to mean to us, we talk about transitioning to acceptance and some strategies we have tried to get our loved ones to understand.
We end the conversation talking about Post Traumatic Growth? Curious about what that is? Listen in to find out!
We will get to it in a moment, but first-
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests managing and healing from Post Concussion Syndrome.(PCS) The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury and help those in the battle, whether that is you the patient or you the caregiver. One way to do this is to share! So please share!
If you are a regular listener to the program, you heard Marc from recoveringfromtbi.com on the program last week. He has a wonderful offer for A BATTLE WITHIN folks.
He is offering a course called "Flight From Failure" that has strategies and tools to rise from failure on the Brain Injury Journey.
Use the code BATTLE at checkout to get 30% off the program. A link to the course is also in the episode notes.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 032, I'm Drew Niemann.
Today on A BATTLE WITHIN I got to spend some time chatting with Marc Macialek. He is TBI survivor in California from an accident in 2012.
He has since taken to starting his own webpage, offering coaching and courses to help to others having their own battle.
Marc offers some unique perspectives about recovery and the New Normal that are worth considering. We touch on some of these topics during the conversation.
Marc also has a generous offer for A BATTLE WITHIN listeners so be sure to stick around!
Marc's work is very much in alignment with what we are trying to achieve at A Battle Within, so it was a pleasure having him on the program.
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests managing and healing from Post Concussion Syndrome.(PCS) The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from the survivor, caregiver medical perspective.
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury and help those in the battle, whether that is you the patient or you the caregiver. One way to do this is to share! So please share!
As always, we hope you find the info offered here to be useful.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 031
Today we look to find out from the Kendigs what their life experiences are like since Greg's brain injury. Greg fell off a ladder at work and has been recovering for the last 4 years.
Greg is one of the owners of a great local brew pub to us, The Mad Chef. The food and beer is fantastic. So if you are local or ever visiting Lancaster, PA. Be sure to check it out!
A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests managing and healing from Post Concussion Syndrome.(PCS)
It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury and help those in the battle, whether that is you the patient or you the caregiver. **One way to do this is to share! So please share!
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.**
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
Today, Terry and I are back for another episode of "Terry's Takes". This is where I bring up 3 topics to Terry around Traumatic Brain Injuries and we get to hear initial responses and reactions.
In this particular session we talk about an upcoming conference that Terry and I will take part in. How does she feel about doing it? What does she hope to gain?
We also speak to the fact that many children are misdiagnosed each year when they really have concussions. What can we do to get teachers to understand better what is happening so they can help their students?
Lastly we review an excellent article I came across by Mandy over at How to Brain, on Sensory Overload. Terry gives us some thoughts and perspectives from her own experiences.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode Terry and I explore what her Self-Perception is now and how she views the world after the concussions and recoveries. She just past her third anniversary from the last one so I thought it would be good to reflect.
We explore topics that include OCD, lack of patience for stupid, not giving up on dreams and "stuff". Terry recognizes that she sees things differently in herself as compared to before the injuries.
Aside from that, Terry offers some of her thoughts on how she views the world after experiencing these traumas. What she thinks of politics, purpose and dreams to name a few.
For most experiencing a significant head injury that impacts their life, there is a "before and after" the incident. This acts as a life marker and it has been no different for us.
Listen intently to hear some of Terry's thoughts on her life, her world and her surroundings as it stands today.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
Today's Notes from the Battlefield we offer some thoughts and insight on the upcoming football season as it relates to head injuries in general. We also talk about youth sports and some of the changes over the years to aid in protecting young athletes.
Every 8-10 episodes we to offer a "Notes From the Battlefield". episode in an effort to create more awareness.
It is built around things we discover and feel is worth passing along. Some of the topics can and will include our perspectives and opinions too.
It is important to note that we are not medical professionals and the information and perspectives here should not be taken as medical advice.
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
We are now on Instagram as well at A Battle Within.
Show notes and resources for this episode are available at
abattlewithin.com/notes3
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We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode Terry and I explore a pets and service dogs. How having them offers benefits that have helped her in the healing process.
Terry spends a good amount of time explaining what they have done to help her personally.
Some of the ways include laughter, a sense of responsibility and believe it or not, pain relief.
She also speaks to the Service Dog perspective, her experience in training our own dog for this and the fact that we need to do better validating and policing them in society.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode Dr. Collins a NeuroVision Specialist explains why it is so important to get your vision tested after hitting your head, getting a concussion, or having your neck jerked.
Over 70% of concussions involve vision concerns.
She also talks about sports injuries and protocols, why she got into the Neurovision specialty in the first place, and why is it a struggle at times with the insurance companies.
This topic and the work she does is still so grossly misunderstood or not understood at all. Please be sure to listen intently as you will get quite a bit of value out of it.
In the show notes we provide website information for Dr. Collins practice. She sees patients from near and far so keep that in mind. If you or a loved one needs help reach out!
Dr. Collins is clearly a passionate doctor who cares greatly about what she is doing. She graciously offered to come onto A Battle Within because she believes in what we are doing and has been following along.
We are grateful that she feels this way and that she offered us so much of her time.
I promise you, in this conversation, she does not disappoint.
***One thing of note- Dr Collins also speaks to her use of Essential Oils with some of her patients. The brand she is speaking to is Young Living and this is important to know when speaking to its application.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode Nicole and Cheona offer us their story and offer us some new perspectives on recovery and being kind to yourself.
Nicole was injured in a classroom and has been trying to recover for the past 5 months. We get to hear some of the obstacles faced, what the are doing to overcome and how their children are faring as well.
As we all know, any injury like this affects the entire family. Despite this they talk about smiling together and laughing at yourself.
Let's see what they mean.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode Terry and Drew explore CBD Oils. The discussion begins with what is CBD oil in the first place, the differences in production practices and the sudden explosion in popularity.
As the conversation progresses Terry tells us a little about the experiment she did with multiple different brands and what it has done to aid her own in the healing process.
Terry is clearly very passionate about CBD oil, but most specifically in using the right ones. She has two great rants during the conversation that clearly indicate this. One is about Profit over People and the other about the American-Band Aid Society.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com on Facebook and on Instagram
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode Terry and I will touch base on how Terry fared with her recent trip to Utah with our daughter Brooke.
It was a trip that involved taking a plane, going to a convention involving 12-16 hour days, with 40,000 plus people, visiting a farm for hours in the middle of the day, in the desert, and nights filled with speakers and concerts.
For some listening, I may have just pointed out a few triggers that you may struggle with. Let's see how Terry did. What did she do to try to keep the symptoms down? Did she set aside time to recover in quiet places? Was the airport and venue staffs helpful? Did her anxiety flare up? What could she have done better?
The goal of this conversation is two-fold. Keep battling and you will be able to do things you couldn't do before. Secondly, we hope through Terry's experience you get a few ideas and insights on traveling while healing from a brain injury.
Let's find out how it all went. It is important to note that Terry is almost 3 years out at the time of this recording and is very active in trying to heal. If she went on this trip 6 months or a year ago she would have probably fared quite differently.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
What's "compound healing"?
You must listen in to our conversation with Kyle Sherman and Dr. Sonja Powers to find out.
The amazing story of two life long friends, then partners is well worth the listen.
They tell their own TBI story in a manner that is raw, real and honest in a manner like we haven't heard before.
Acceptance, trying to be happy, anger, life purpose are all part of the conversation. But maybe the most significant part of the conversation is the obstacle overcome after 4 years.
Kyle and Dr. Sonja do a great job of trying to stay positive as Kyle continues to recover.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode we explore setbacks. The types that felt like two steps forward, one step back.
We thought it would be good to speak to it today as Terry just recently had to deal with one that really took the wind from her sails for about a week.
We explore many other big setbacks such as Terry's broken ankle and her realization that she wasn't going to be able to teach. What happened and how did that slow her recovery process?
It is very common for concussed folks to have setbacks at times. What we have learned is to anticipate them and recognize them. From there we can address and get through it quicker.
We also touch on some positive things that have grown out of the setbacks Terry has experienced.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
Today Terry and I get to speak with Police Officer Kim Geyer and her wife Linda. They have offered to tell their story to aid in creating awareness around the invisible injury.
Officer Geyer has had to recover from concussions 9 times prior to the one she is working through now. The most recent one is 4 months in at the time of this recording.
Being a police officer is unique in terms that her profession can increases risk for concussion.
Kim was injured the last time around on duty through a violent act.
We get to hear her story and just as importantly gain some perspective from Kim's spouse on what it is like for her to be a caregiver during this trying time?
We're excited to explore the caregiver part of the story again outside of the "make sure you take care of yourself so you don't burn out" conversations.
As it has been for us, Kim and Linda had to go through the uncomfortable experiences of changing and shifting multiple times due to the injuries.
It is admirable that the two of them have fought through this as they have and continue to work at being positive and inspirations for others.
We really hope you enjoy this intriguing conversation.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode Terry and I will be exploring vision and balance obstacles she has faced.
It is not uncommon for concussed folks to have serious concerns and work to do around both topics.
In Terry's case it also lead to additional falls and injuries. We speak to the lessons learned and some of the adjustments and modifications implemented in the Niemann household.
We really hope you enjoy this intriguing conversation.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
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We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode, Terry and I get to speak with Brittany and Samantha about their journey with PCS.
Brittany had the most recent injury while at work. As we learn in the conversation, this is her 8th concussion, but her first time struggling to recover.
Brittany is a nurse and she tells the story of how she was injured while on duty, and some of the obstacles she has faced during her recovery. She was fortunate to have a great support system. She and Samantha do a good job of explaining what that looked like.
Just as importantly we are excited to gain Brittany's life partner Samantha perspective as a caregiver. Samantha explains how she doesn't particularly care for the term caregiver, how she saw her role in Brittany's recovery and what she did to help herself throughout .
Samantha has been on this journey for close to 3 years now with Brittany. Terry and I were both interested and thrilled to get her take as well.
I'm happy to say the Brittany and Samantha feel like they are in a good place now and talk about it a bit as well and offer a good deal of hope for all those going through these experiences.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
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We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
Today's Notes from the Battlefield will offer insights on exercise in recovery, the benefits of nuts, the gut-brain connection, the case for cannibus and TBI's and the We Defy Foundation.
Every 8-10 episodes we to offer a "Notes From the Battlefield". episode in an effort to create more awareness.
It is built around things we discover and feel is worth passing along. Some of the topics can and will include our perspectives and opinions too.
It is important to note that we are not medical professionals and the information and perspectives here should not be taken as medical advice.
Information and links to articles referenced are available in the show notes. Please investigate the findings and observations offered her further.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources:
- Aerobic Exercise and Concussions
- It's Nuts!
- Can Cannabis Treat Brain Injuries?
- The Gut and Brain Connection with Traumatic Brain Injuries
- We Defy Foundation
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
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We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode we have the opportunity to speak with Dale Walton, Doctor of Physical Therapy. She was very much involved in Terry's recovery from the third concussion during the time she oversaw the Lancaster General Health's Concussion Recovery Program.
Dale has been listening in to the podcast and graciously volunteered to spend time with us. She offers some great insight about Terry's concerns, what exactly are the therapies needed the most for people with head injuries and what to do if you need help to name a few things.
We also discuss a paper Dale wrote in 2015, her experiences lecturing at a local university and her take on both live and online support groups.
We really hope you enjoy this intriguing conversation.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
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We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
In today's episode we explore the "Mindset Shift". Terry and I both had to go through the uncomfortable experiences of changing and shifting our mindsets after her accidents. Two huge areas we needed to address were complaining and gratitude. The work in these areas also changed our expectations.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abattlewithin)
We are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.
The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.
Through the podcast we aim to:
- Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.
- Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has clearly indicated that American society has very little understanding.
- Get help ourselves! We hope to learn by doing this and hopefully it will lead to further understanding.
Today's episode is another installment on Terry's Takes.
This is where Drew presents a few topics that he has come across that relate to TBI's to Terry. Drew tries to gain Terry's initial perspective on the topics and ask about her take and suggestions as a survivor.
Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Join us each week for the conversation!
Check us out at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Show Notes and Resources are here.
If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
In today's episode we talk about Road-trips with Post Concussion Syndrome. Terry and I recently returned from vacation. We thought it would be a good idea to talk about what it has been like over the years and how her concussions and recovery have changed the way we travel.
As always we also talk about what we did to adapt and offer suggestions.
Summertime has hit in the states. Hopefully our insight will help you on your road trips coming up!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
Today we get to speak with Justin Jennings.
Justin is a listener of A Battle Within and has offered to come speak to us a little about what life is like with Post Concussion Syndrome.
Terry and I had never met him nor any other listener before so this was a really cool experience for us. Justin is exactly what and who the podcast is for, the average person trying to recover and helping others along the way.
Justin has had a unique experience as it pertains to head injuries. He has been both the warrior and the caregiver. We get some perspectives from him on this from both sides.
His injuries were different in nature than ways we have been about before so it was good for us to get some new perspectives.
Continuing the theme from the previous episode, Justin speaks to his Battle Within and has even named it!
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
In today episode we explore a very serious concern that many of those with TBI's including concussions struggle with.
It is the Sense of Loss.
It is Finding of oneself again.
It is the New Normal.
It is accepting of the new me.
These are some terms used to describe this feeling of loss and change for PCS survivors. What we are referring to is the BATTLE WITHIN.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
If you have been listening in up until this point, you know Dr. Rochester was an amazing doctor to Terry during her recovery. We are both forever grateful for his caring commitment and generosity to Terry as she recovered.
Terry has always said she felt lucky to have had him in the trenches for 2 1/2 years as she fought this battle. He truly fought right along side.
I spent many hours myself in his exam room getting to know him as well during the times I accompanied Terry during her appointments. I personally grew to admire and respect him easily and quickly.
He tells his perspective of Terry's recovery from the doctors perspective and revisits some of the events and obstacles Terry faced during the recovery process.
We also get to ask some questions about his take on the current state of affairs within the Post Concussion community and learn of resources available.
This conversation was long overdue and we were glad to have finally had it.
I promise, it is quite real and informative.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!
In today's episode we are going to talk about Migraine type headaches and getting out of bed.
For many with PCS these are everyday significant symptoms and concerns. They tend to lead to the inability to do anything and impede the heeling process at times.
Terry has had to deal with these concerns on an almost daily basis for the better part of the last 2 1/2 years. We are also going to discuss some things that Terry did/does to help it along.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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In today's episode we take a bit of a different approach.
I have a few topics that I have been mulling over or found online. I'm going to bring them up and try to gain Terry's initial perspective on the topics and ask about her outlook, feelings, experiences as a survivor.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello again everyone, welcome back to A Battle Within! If you are new, we welcome you as well. This podcast is about our life experiences dealing with Post Concussion Syndrome. (PCS)
Today for the first time we begin exploring other folks stories as we chat with our guest, Joe Morris today.
Joe is as real and honest as one could possibly be, especially under the circumstances. Prior to recording we had never meet Joe, so we were honored that he volunteered.
He was so willing to share his experiences dealing with his head injuries and the aftermath with us.
It was amazing to see Joe and Terry connect the way they did. They built a true friendship right in front of my eyes over the course of only one hour. They "got each other".
As always, we explore some the challenges that Joe faced and the things he did to help himself along the way.
I really hope you enjoy the conversation. We hope this is the first of many to come as we look to continue having guests on the podcast to offer their stories and perspectives as we progress.
I must warn you. This episode is a little longer than most we have done up until this point and a few bad words are used so make sure no little ones are around when listening.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Hello again everyone, welcome back to A Battle Within!
If you are new, we welcome you as well. This podcast is about life experiences dealing with Post Concussion Syndrome. (PCS) The foundation and inspiration for the podcast is my wife Terry, who has battled PCS three times over a five year stretch.
If it's your first time here and you aren't sure what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) is, I'd recommend checking out Episode #1. To learn more about our back story, check out Episodes 2 and 3.
Today I'm going to do something a little different- Every 8-10 episodes or so I'm going to offer an episode built around things we discovered in recent times that is worth passing along. They will include our perspectives/opinions as well.
One of the 3 pillars of the podcast is to create awareness around the "Invisible Injury" and things related. Hopefully this will be a mechanism for you to help spread the word.
I will be including information and links in the show notes so you can investigate some of the findings and observations further. Hopefully most found here are evergreen findings!
Connect with us, tell us your story at abattlewithin.com
Show notes and resources are available there.
We are also on Facebook at A Battle Within.
Keep Battling!
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Today we are going to talk about getting locked up or what we have come to call "Brain Drain". Most affected know it as neuro fatigue.
Terry has had to deal with these concerns on a daily basis for over 2 years. As always, we are also going to discuss some things that Terry did to help along the way and other pieces of advice.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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A podcast about our journey together with Post Concussion Syndrome and lessons learned. I'm Drew Niemann and I'm joined by Terry Niemann, my wife and the inspiration for the podcast.
For the first time we have a guest! Brooke Niemann our daughter will be joining us for a conversation.
Frankly- we are putting her in the hot seat!
If it's your first time here and you aren't sure what exactly Post Concussion Syndrome is, I'd recommend checking out Episode #1. To learn a little about our backstory, Episodes 2 and 3 would be very helpful.
Today Terry and I ask Brooke what it has been like for as an adult child whose mother has been greatly affected by the concussions and the PCS that has followed.
We believe it is extremely important to understand what family members are going through as well with obstacles like these. Give a listen and hopefully it helps.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Today we are going to talk about the depression that Terry experienced after the concussion and most importantly- what did she do to get out of it.
The conversation is very emotional at times. Terry is extremely courageous in opening up about how deep and dark this went for her.
Terry also speaks to trying to be okay with the new you. A topic many survivors struggle with.
Hopefully it sparks a few ideas for you or for the loved ones you are caring for.
It is important to let you all know, Terry still can have bouts, but it is much better.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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In today's episode we are going to cover different ways to help a loved one as they try to recover and adapt from their injuries. Hopefully we can provide a few suggestions that may help.
Today, I'm going to bring up some of the things I/we did in an effort to help Terry and ask her to offer input and make other suggestions.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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The first six months were tough. In this episode we discuss what it was like for us and some basics of how we felt about it.
Terry talks to the pain she felt and the fact that she doesn't remember a good deal from that time period. She also talks about how after 2 1/2 years she is still getting better.
Drew offers some insight from the other perspective, being the caregiver.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Today Terry and I review concussion #3 and the PCS that immediately followed. We try to lay out the basics of the injury and we touch on how it has had an impact on our lives.
As with the previous few episodes, we are laying out the framework of our experiences. Post Concussion Syndrome is a complex condition with many nuances. This discussion really is just the tip of the iceberg.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
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Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasteven if you don't use that listening platform.
It helps us to get into more ears.
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Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Today we are joined by Terry for the first time! We spend the majority of the time laying out her first two documented concussions and the aftermath/ Post Concussion Syndrome that followed. As time progresses we will dive into the particulars much deeper.
Like the previous few episodes, this is us building the foundation for what is to come.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love.
Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Today we review what a concussion and Post Concussion Syndrome are. We touch on the causes, some risk factors, the symptoms and healing potential. It is the episode where we begin laying out the framework and set the stage for the episodes to come.
Notes and Resources for this episode are here-
Connect with us at abattlewithin.com and on Facebook and on Instagram at A Battle Within.
If you would like to be featured on the podcast , or know of someone you think should be, please reach out in those same places.
You can also leave a voice message on the recorder on the home page of the website if that's your preference as well!
Got any ideas for episode topics? Reach out with ideas too.
If you like what your hearing and want to support the program, the best way to do that is to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcast even if you don't use that listening platform.
If you want to offer more support, "Buy Us A Cup of Coffee"! is a great way.
Be sure to check out the Battle Within swag shop at abattlewithin.com/swag
Until next time - For those healing, show yourself some grace. For those who know someone healing, show them the same, and give them a great deal of love. Keep Battling!
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Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.
Click Here to see disclaimer.
Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.
Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.
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Welcome to A Battle Within. A podcast dedicated to those going through Post Concussion Syndrome and their families.
The podcasts foundation will focus on Terry Niemann and her multiple concussions over a 3 year window and our journey together during the recovery process.
All this in a effort to aid others who are suffering with the "Invisible Injury".
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