Stronger than Stroke.

Flossy (Gr8.Sassysurvivors)
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Stronger than stroke is a no-nonsense podcast with Louise and Myra about life after stroke. It’s honest, sometimes sweary, occasionally offensive (sorry), but definitely real. We talk recovery, resilience, rage, laughter and the weird stuff no one warns you about. If you want polished inspiration, this isn’t it. This is about laughing when things go wrong, as sometimes that all you can do. We are real, raw and extremely grateful we are still alive!

  1. 3 days ago

    My body feels like it’s fighting me; living with spasticity after stroke.

    In this episode of Stronger Than Stroke, we’re talking about something that can be frustrating, uncomfortable and sometimes frightening after a stroke: spasticity. Muscles that feel tight, stiff, heavy or difficult to control can make everyday movements harder than they used to be. Your arm may feel like it doesn’t want to move, your leg may feel as though it’s pulling against you, or your muscles may suddenly tighten when you’re trying to walk, stretch or move. But spasticity isn’t a sign that you’ve failed in your recovery — and it doesn’t mean you should simply accept that this is how your body will always be. In this episode, we explore what spasticity is, why it can happen after a stroke, how it can affect movement and daily life, and some of the things that may help you manage it. Most importantly, we talk about hope. Stroke recovery isn’t always a straight line. Sometimes progress is incredibly slow, sometimes your body seems to take one step forward and two steps back, and sometimes you have to learn to recognise tiny changes that nobody else can see. Your recovery is still your recovery. You are not your spasticity.
You are not your limitations.
And your story doesn’t have an expiry date. 🎙️ Stronger Than Stroke — because surviving the stroke was only the beginning.

  2. 10 Sept

    You are NOT on a timeline. My truth about recovery.

    Three years after my stroke, I’m still recovering — and I want every stroke survivor to hear this: you are not on a timeline. In this deeply personal episode of Stronger Than Stroke, I talk honestly about what recovery has really looked and felt like for me. From eight weeks in hospital, to limbs that felt like heavy concrete, to the strange feeling of them becoming like “two pieces of pasta” hanging from my body. I talk about the fear of moving, the importance of working with your body, and why I believe we have to keep reminding our brains that we still need our affected limbs. Recovery isn’t about simply waiting for something to happen. It takes repetition, patience, effort and, sometimes, a healthy dose of stubbornness. I also talk about grief — because losing aspects of the life you had before stroke is something we have to acknowledge. It’s okay to cry. It’s okay to be angry. It’s okay to have terrible days. But I believe we also have to find our inner strength and learn to take some control over the thoughts that can spiral after stroke. Three years on, I’m far from healed and far from “okay”. Some days my neurological fatigue is so overwhelming I can barely string a sentence together. And when that happens, I sleep — without guilt. I also share why I started recording my own rehabilitation exercises and created GR8.SassySurvivors on Instagram. When I was in hospital, I desperately searched for real stories from other survivors. I couldn’t find enough. So I decided to become one of the people I had been looking for. This episode is about recovery without promises or deadlines. It’s about grieving, resting, working, believing — and being kind to yourself along the way. Because you don’t know what tomorrow’s recovery might bring. You worked once. You’ll work again. And most importantly: Your story isn’t finished.

  3. 3 Sept

    Have we put an expiry date on stroke recovery?

    How long are we expected to recover after a stroke? Six months? One year? Three years? And what happens when you’re still struggling long after everyone else seems to think you should be “better”? In this episode of Stronger Than Stroke, we challenge the idea that stroke recovery has an expiry date. Because recovery isn’t a straight line, and it certainly doesn’t follow the same timetable for everyone. We talk about the reality of living with the physical, emotional and invisible effects of stroke years later — the fatigue, frustration, loss of confidence, grief, setbacks and the constant question of, “Should I be further on by now?” Three years, five years or ten years after a stroke, you are still a survivor. Your recovery is still your recovery. Maybe the question shouldn’t be “Why aren’t you better yet?” Maybe it should be: “What do you need now?” Because your recovery doesn’t come with an expiry date. And neither does your hope.

  4. 27 Aug

    You look fine, but still recovering!

    Looking fine on the outside doesn’t mean you’ve stopped recovering on the inside. In this episode of Stronger Than Stroke, we talk about one of the hardest things for stroke survivors to explain: when people look at you and think, “But you look so well now.” The reality is that recovery doesn’t always have a visible timeline. You can be walking, talking, laughing, working, socialising—and still be dealing with fatigue, weakness, brain fog, sensory changes, pain, tightness, emotional exhaustion and the ongoing work of rebuilding your body and brain. Three years, five years or even decades after a stroke, recovery can still be happening. This episode is for the survivors who are tired of having to prove that they’re still recovering, and for the families, friends and professionals who need to understand that looking well is not the same as being fully recovered. Because stroke recovery doesn’t end just because other people can no longer see it.

  5. 20 Aug

    Stroke can happen to anyone at any age!

    Stroke doesn’t discriminate. It can happen to anyone, at any age, and often when you least expect it. In this powerful episode of Stronger Than Stroke, we challenge the misconception that stroke is something that only happens to older people. Louise shares the reality of experiencing a stroke and the impact it can have on your body, your brain, your emotions and your entire life. We talk about recognising the warning signs, taking symptoms seriously, and understanding why acting quickly can make such a difference. This episode is also about awareness, resilience and hope. Because a stroke may change your life in an instant, but it does not have to define the rest of it. Stroke can happen to any one of us. At any age. Know the signs. Know your body. And never ignore the warning signs.

  6. 13 Aug

    Why rest is more important than you think!

    Sleep is far more than simply resting — it is one of the most important parts of recovery after a stroke. In this episode of Stronger Than Stroke, we explore why quality sleep matters so much for the brain and body, how sleep supports neuroplasticity and healing, and why poor sleep can leave stroke survivors feeling even more exhausted and overwhelmed. We also look at the connection between sleep, natural daylight, vitamin D and our body clock, and share simple ways to create better sleep habits. Because when your brain is working hard to recover, sleep is part of the rehabilitation too.

  7. 6 Aug

    Louise talks about right side hemiplegia

    In this episode of Stronger Than Stroke, Louise shares what it’s really like living as a right-side hemiplegic after stroke. She talks openly about the daily challenges, the small victories, and the determination it takes to keep moving forward. This is an honest conversation about resilience, recovery, and adapting to life one step at a time.

  8. 30 Jul

    Myra talks about being left side affected

    In this episode of Stronger Than Stroke, Myra shares her personal journey of living with a left-side affected stroke. She talks openly about the physical and emotional challenges, the frustrations of recovery, and the determination it takes to keep moving forward. Through honesty, resilience, and hope, Myra offers reassurance to fellow stroke survivors and helps others understand what life after stroke can really look like. Whether you’re a survivor, a loved one, or a healthcare professional, this is a powerful conversation about adapting, persevering, and finding strength after stroke.

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Stronger than stroke is a no-nonsense podcast with Louise and Myra about life after stroke. It’s honest, sometimes sweary, occasionally offensive (sorry), but definitely real. We talk recovery, resilience, rage, laughter and the weird stuff no one warns you about. If you want polished inspiration, this isn’t it. This is about laughing when things go wrong, as sometimes that all you can do. We are real, raw and extremely grateful we are still alive!

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  • Creator
    Flossy (Gr8.Sassysurvivors)
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Flossy (Gr8.Sassysurvivors)
  • Show Website
    Stronger than Stroke.