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

  • When People Think You’re Better

    When someone recovering from a brain injury starts speaking more clearly or appears to be doing better, family and friends may assume that recovery is almost complete. But what happens when the improvements people notice don’t reflect the challenges that are still happening behind the scenes? In this conversation, Adeline Arjad and Alex Lombardi discuss…

  • You Are Not Broken

    A brain injury can change many parts of life, including how we communicate, work, interact with others, and manage everyday activities. Yet, because many of its effects are invisible, people around us may not always understand what we are experiencing. In this conversation, Adeline and Alex Lombardi discuss the isolation that can come with brain…

  • Tenacity and Generosity Within

    What does it mean to balance strength and compassion within ourselves? In this video, Adeline Arjad shares her personal perspective on two qualities she calls tenacity and generosity, connecting them to the masculine and feminine energies within us. She describes tenacity as the part of us that takes action, gets things done, and keeps moving…

  • Track What You Eat and Notice How You Feel

    Have you ever noticed that certain foods leave you feeling tired, while others seem to make you feel better? Sometimes, the connection between what we eat and how we feel is not immediately obvious. In this video, Adeline Arjad shares a simple practice she recommends: tracking what you eat for 28 days and paying attention…

  • Creating a Personal Prayer That Speaks to Your Heart

    How do you like to begin your morning? For some people, it is a cup of coffee, a few moments of meditation, or reading something inspirational. For others, it is prayer. Starting the day with a prayer can provide a meaningful opportunity to pause, reflect, and connect with what matters most. In this Love Love…

  • I Am Love, I Am Peace: A Morning Affirmation

    How we begin each day can influence the way we approach ourselves, other people, and the experiences that come our way. Starting the morning with positive intentions, self-appreciation, and compassion can give us an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most. In this video, Adeline shares a heartfelt morning affirmation centered on…

  • The Terms and Conditions of Having a Brain Injury: The Fine Print Nobody Warned You About

    By Rob Baugh Apparently, when you get a brain injury, your brain comes with a whole new set of terms and conditions. And let me tell you, the fine print is longer than a receipt at CVS! The worst part? Apparently, I clicked “I Agree” while I was unconscious. Welcome to your newly rewired brain!…

  • Celebrate Your Progress and Feel Accomplished

    Sometimes, the things we need to do are not necessarily the things we feel like doing. We may have responsibilities we keep postponing, personal goals we want to achieve, or tasks that require extra effort and motivation. But have you ever stopped to think about how you might feel after completing them? In this video,…

  • Self-Care Looks Different for Everyone

    Self-care does not look the same for everyone. What one person enjoys may not be another person’s idea of relaxation. Some people love getting their nails done, while others find comfort in a warm shower, a quiet moment, or a simple daily routine. In this video, Adeline shares her personal approach to self-care and explains…

  • Aisha Marshall: The 3 Stages of Personal Transformation | Caterpillar, Cocoon & Butterfly Season

    Personal transformation is not always about becoming someone completely different. Sometimes, it is about understanding who we are, recognizing the patterns that keep us stuck, and learning to make choices that better reflect the person we want to become. In this special Love Love Brain interview, Adeline sits down with Aisha Marshall, creator of Butterfly…