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  • Atomic Habits: Book Review

    The biggest lesson from Atomic Habits is this: 💚 Small improvements, repeated every day, create extraordinary results. You don’t have to be perfect.You just have to keep showing up. 📈 1. Improve by 1% Every Day Tiny improvements add up. Instead of trying to change your whole life today… Just get 1% better. 💡 Examples:…

  • Love Love Brain SUDS Scale

    🌻 A Simple Guide to Understanding Your Stress Level The SUDS Scale (Subjective Units of Distress Scale) helps you recognize how hard your brain is working right now. Checking in with yourself can help you know when it’s time to keep going – and when it’s time to slow down. 🩵 0/10 – Peaceful ✨…

  • Learning to Listen to God

    Life-changing experiences often transform more than our circumstances – they transform our hearts. For many brain injury survivors, recovery becomes a journey of not only physical and emotional healing but also spiritual growth. Difficult seasons can invite us to slow down, reflect, and discover new ways of connecting with God. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares how…

  • Still Here for a Reason

    Trauma has a way of changing the course of our lives. For some, it brings uncertainty and fear. For others, it becomes the beginning of a journey filled with new purpose, deeper faith, and a greater appreciation for every day. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares how surviving a brain injury and the challenges that followed strengthened…

  • Every Brain Heals Differently

    One of the most common questions after a brain injury is: “When will I be fully recovered?” The truth is, there isn’t a universal answer. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares a message that every survivor and caregiver needs to hear: every brain heals differently. While two people may experience similar injuries, their recovery journeys can look…

  • Relearning to Imagine

    Our ability to imagine, dream, and remember shapes how we experience the world. After a brain injury, those abilities can change in unexpected ways. Tasks that once felt effortless – remembering details, picturing familiar places, or thinking creatively – may suddenly require patience and practice. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares how his recovery involved more than…

  • Teaching Again After Brain Injury

    Returning to work after a brain injury can feel overwhelming. For many survivors, it’s not just about going back to a job – it’s about rebuilding confidence, adapting to new challenges, and finding a new rhythm in everyday life. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares how he returned to teaching after his brain injury. It didn’t happen…

  • Why I Removed My Wall Pictures

    Our homes often tell the story of our lives. Family photos, treasured memories, and meaningful artwork remind us of the people, places, and moments we hold close. But after a brain injury, even familiar surroundings can feel very different. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares the personal reason he chose to remove every picture from his walls…

  • Resting My Brain Between Classes

    When we think about recovery after a brain injury, we often focus on therapy, exercise, and rehabilitation. But there’s another part of healing that’s just as important – giving the brain time to rest. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares the simple practice he uses to rest his brain between teaching classes. His approach may be surprising,…

  • Relearning Simple Math

    For many people, solving a simple math problem is something they rarely think about. But after a brain injury, even everyday tasks can become unexpectedly difficult. Dr. Eric Sternlicht shares how he had to relearn simple math during his recovery. His experience reminds us that brain injury recovery isn’t just about healing physically – it’s…

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