Living Life After A Stroke

I continued my day as usual, and then suddenly, I became sick and had a headache that I could not shake. I rested my head on my desk, and the next thing I remembered was that I was in the Neurological ICU. I had suffered a stroke while at work. The next few days were a blur, and many of the detail from those days before my admission to the hospital and while inpatient was conveyed to me by my children and co-workers. As a result of the stroke, I lost my ability to talk, walk and care for myself independently.

I underwent extensive rehabilitative therapy for six months, including speech, physical and occupational therapy. The thought of losing my independence was overwhelming and caused me to fall into a deep depression. My ability to let go and allow others to care for me was a new process.I still have cognitive delays; I may forget specific conversation details with colleagues or team members

So often, we operate under stress, which, in my case, had become my routine. During my sabbatical away from work, I have learned that nothing is more important than the opportunity to live Understanding the importance of family and leaning on my faith to see me through those darkest days is what allowed me to be victorious It also allowed me to return to a place that gave me peace and serenity, which was writing. Writing has allowed me to share my life with the world. But, also, it has gifted me with a platform of A’Lure Publishing, LLC, for others to share their talents. This platform would not have been possible without my Sister in authorship, S.H.E. Publishing, LLC.

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