Hello, Waiting Room: Reflections from Isaac Peterson

In my writing so far, I’ve talked about different areas of concern for people with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). We all know the lists of concerns that go with traumatic brain injuries; we live with them, we talk to our doctors about them, we read articles and blogs about them. There is a lot to (more…)

Spotted: The Energizer!

There’s a new superhero in town and we think it’s just the BEST! Meet The Energizer. The Energizer is at the ready to bring empowerment to the world! And The Energizer may just be showing up in some really interesting places in the coming weeks. Keep an eye on the skies and see empowerment shine (more…)

BEST Superhero of the Month September 2017

The Brain Energy Support Team (BEST) is pleased to announce our BEST Superhero of the Month for September 2017. BEST congratulations to Janet Mott! Janet is a brain injury support group facilitator, case manager, medical professional, brain injury community volunteer and longtime BEST supporter. Here’s what Janet’s nominator had to say: Janet Mott has dedicated herself to the brain injury (more…)

In Words and Art: BEST Holiday Tips

Here at the Brain Energy Support Team (BEST), we are getting ready for the holidays. While it may seem a bit early, when it comes to navigating the holiday season and the fall months, we think early preparations, conversations and getting our tools and strategies at the ready are best. The holidays can be stressful and (more…)

Holiday Spirit? Holiday Reality with Writer Isaac Peterson

Well, Labor Day happened, and it looks like we’re in that stretch without any major holidays until Thanksgiving–unless you count Halloween, which I pretty much don’t. And then with Thanksgiving, we go into the full-blown holiday season, with Christmas and New Year’s, which I really don’t look forward to. What’s the matter, Isaac? Don’t you (more…)