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Stories, encouragement, and gentle wisdom for the healing road.

  • How Dr. Eric Sternlicht Was Saved

    Life can change in an instant. For many people living with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), the road to recovery is filled with uncertainty, challenges, and moments that test their strength. But it is also a journey where hope, kindness, and support can make all the difference. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares the remarkable story of…

  • Dr. Eric Sternlicht’s Journey

    Every brain injury story is unique. Some journeys begin with uncertainty, but many become stories of resilience, healing, and hope. In this special interview, Dr. Sternlicht shares his personal journey and the lessons he’s learned along the way. His story reminds us that recovery isn’t always a straight path – but with support, determination, and…

  • Brain Bucks: Protect Your Brain Bank

    Imagine your brain has a daily bank account. 💰 Before my brain injury, I woke up with about 💵 100 Brain Bucks every morning. I could:☀️ Go to work🚗 Drive🛒 Run errands👫 Meet friends🍽️ Cook dinner📺 Watch a movie By bedtime, I might have spent 90 Brain Bucks and still have 10 left. I was…

  • My Psychiatric Service Dog Is More Than a Companion

    Living with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) has changed my life in ways I never imagined. One of the biggest challenges is dealing with overwhelming emotions. 😔 Sometimes sadness, anxiety, frustration, or even too much excitement can overload my injured brain. When that happens, I can experience derealization (sometimes called a non-epileptic seizure). Before I…

  • The 12 Steps of Bright Brain Recovery

    🩶 Step 1We acknowledge our brain injury honestly and choose healing instead of defeat. ❤️ Step 2We believe the brain can change and adapt through neuroplasticity and time. 🩷 Step 3We commit to daily actions that support brain healing physically, mentally, and emotionally. 🖤 Step 4We observe our symptoms, energy, and triggers with curiosity so…

  • Brain Humming

    Original article: What Is Brain Humming? 🤔 What is Brain Humming? Brain humming is simply making a long “Mmmmmmm” sound. 🎵 You don’t have to sing.🎵 You don’t have to sound good.🎵 Anyone can do it! The vibration from your voice may help your body relax and calm your nervous system. Some researchers think it…

  • Help Brain Injury Research

    Universities and research programs are looking for TBI survivors to complete surveys and help improve future support, treatment, and services.

  • What If Our Art (or brain injury) Meant Even More?

    As a glass artist, I work with what most people throw away.A discarded pane of tempered glass.A material once valued, then cracked, then deemed useless. I take that glass, and I break it further, intentionally.I smash it, reshape it, and rebuild it into something entirely new.A form that holds light differently.A surface that reflects strength,…