1 hr 4 min

Stroke Awareness Series - Survivor Stories with Kimberly Polanco The NeuroNerds: A Brain Injury Recovery & Pop Culture Show

    • Society & Culture

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.
Summary
Did you know that a stroke can happen to anyone? That's why The NeuroNerds Podcast is dedicated to raising stroke awareness, especially during Stroke Awareness Month. Join our host, Joe Borges, for a special month-long series of, and tune in to episode 222 as we chat with stroke survivor Kimberly Polanco.
During the episode, Kimberly shares her inspiring journey of recovery and how she processed the trauma and loss that comes with such a life-changing experience. We also learned about how surprisingly common it is for people, like Kimberly, not to know that they've experienced a stroke until later, and the importance of having a strong support system for recovery.
Despite the challenges of stroke recovery, survivors like Kimberly show us all the power of perseverance and resilience. Listen in to learn more about how you can support stroke survivors and raise awareness about this important health issue.
Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode.
You can listen to this episode of The NeuroNerds podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Don't forget to tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds.
New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour
To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources:
• Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969
• Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/tools
• If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call
These resources provide additional tools and support for those navigating the challenging journey of brain injury recovery. Remember to celebrate the small victories and use these resources to stay supported and motivated. Join the #YouSoRock community today!
Credits:
• Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg)
• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae)
• Edited by D’Var Baggett
• Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters
Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story 
Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds 
Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds 
Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!
Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram and Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram.

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All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.
Summary
Did you know that a stroke can happen to anyone? That's why The NeuroNerds Podcast is dedicated to raising stroke awareness, especially during Stroke Awareness Month. Join our host, Joe Borges, for a special month-long series of, and tune in to episode 222 as we chat with stroke survivor Kimberly Polanco.
During the episode, Kimberly shares her inspiring journey of recovery and how she processed the trauma and loss that comes with such a life-changing experience. We also learned about how surprisingly common it is for people, like Kimberly, not to know that they've experienced a stroke until later, and the importance of having a strong support system for recovery.
Despite the challenges of stroke recovery, survivors like Kimberly show us all the power of perseverance and resilience. Listen in to learn more about how you can support stroke survivors and raise awareness about this important health issue.
Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode.
You can listen to this episode of The NeuroNerds podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Don't forget to tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds.
New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour
To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources:
• Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969
• Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/tools
• If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call
These resources provide additional tools and support for those navigating the challenging journey of brain injury recovery. Remember to celebrate the small victories and use these resources to stay supported and motivated. Join the #YouSoRock community today!
Credits:
• Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg)
• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae)
• Edited by D’Var Baggett
• Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters
Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story 
Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds 
Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds 
Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!
Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram and Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram.

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1 hr 4 min

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