When I asked Karina what kept her going when progress felt slow, her answer was simple and deeply powerful: Possibility. Even after 17 years, she continues to believe in improvement. She keeps working on her movement, her strength, her independence — not because she...
When I reflect on my own journey as a stroke survivor, and now as a counsellor supporting others through their journey, I often think about how recovery differs around the world. Over time, I’ve connected with stroke survivors and caregivers internationally, and it’s...
By Julian Reddish | Stroke Recovery Counsellor If you’ve lived through a stroke—or you’re supporting someone who has—you’ll know recovery is about more than the rehab appointments and medical check-ups. It’s about the long, quiet hours at home. It’s about feeling...
By Julian Reddish | Stroke Recovery Counsellor When we think about stroke recovery, we often focus on the physical side: the physiotherapy, the hospital visits, the slow journey back to mobility. What’s less often spoken about is the emotional landscape of...
Strokes don’t discriminate. They can happen to anyone—regardless of age, gender, or background. For many, a stroke arrives suddenly and without warning. Even if you’re aware of the signs, the reality is that it often comes too quickly to prepare for. Today, I want to...
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