Self-care is all the rage. You see recommendations for spas, facial products, types of massage therapies, and wellness weekends. Where ever I turn, there’s another ad for something to buy. My goal is to find ways to spoil myself (other than binging on old Star Trek episodes) that don’t cost anything. Or, at the least, (more…)
(Editor’s note: Brain injury fact–brain injuries do not discriminate. In this piece, writer, BEST guest blog contributor and stroke survivor, Isaac Peterson, discusses celebrities and other famous folks who are also brain injury survivors. KT) They say traumatic brain injuries can happen to anyone and that it doesn’t care how rich or famous you are (more…)
(Editor’s note: The Brain Energy Support Team is delighted and honored to share a blog exclusive article from our BEST friend, Dr. Jannine Krause! Dr. Krause shares her thoughts steps to healthy eating. Read on for some great tips and strategies to start in the new year. KT) So you have a brain injury and (more…)
Our BEST Superhero the Month for February 2020 has had a lifelong passion for service and giving back to the community in many ways. Most notably though, his longtime support and service to the veteran community has been the driving force behind that passion to help others. The Brain Energy Support Team (BEST) is honored (more…)
(Editor’s note: Earlier this month, writer and stroke survivor, Isaac Peterson, shared his thoughts about recovery and brain injury. Here’s his follow personal essay on reaching plateaus and brain injury. KT) Seems when I wrote about the time it takes to recover from a traumatic brain injury, I didn’t mention one stage of recovery a (more…)
There are superheroes among us and we want to hear about them! Do you know a survivor, caregiver or community supporter who is putting the power in personal empowerment? Soaring to new heights? Doing cool things? Bringing superhero-size support to the brain injury community? Nominate your superhero for the BEST Superhero of the Month for some superhero (more…)