off course

There may be times that you forget or just don't get around to doing your exercises but that is fine. I you miss some or just want a break  from your exercises just get back on track a couple of missed exercises won't be the end of the world just don't make it a habit. This Saturday was My older sisters Birthday And I went to visit her in San Antonio and I paid no attention to my exercises, not purposely though, they just did not cross my mind. On Sunday I did do my exercises and I am in the same condition I was in on Friday. Don't let missed exercises stress you just remember to be consistent.

Inspiration

Everybody has some kind of inspiration. basically most people have a reason for what they do whether its supporting a family, proving something to yourself, or it could be religious. If we didn't have inspiration then we wouldn't bother getting out of bed in the morning to go about our daily routines. you should let your inspiration be a reminder to you that you cannot give up on yourself or your family. I am compelled by many things one of my main reasons not to give up is my family of course, also I have to prove to myself that I can overcome obstacles in my life in my condition. this post pertains to anybody because we are all going through tough times at one point and  we shouldn't give up because like the things that inspire us we may be an inspiration as well.

experiment

Iv'e always been very shy but one thing I've learned when it comes to surviving a stroke is to not be afraid to be part of something new. as much as you want to believe that somebody has a cure for paralysis it isn't going to happen. I have used many gadgets in an attempt to speed up my recovery after Scott and white told me I didn't need to go to occupational therapy anymore I felt very discouraged but I came to the realization that an occupational therapists job isn't to get you a 100% recovery its to teach you to be independent of others so that you can conform in society. I did a lot of research about strokes and came across many of the gadgets that I use now and I've even had botox shots in my hand more than once. Everything I've used has helped me in a way but its a start, the only things you need to get better are yourself and determination

time to laugh

although it may be hard to be happy if your paralyzed Don't forget that you can still laugh every once in a while, not only is it healthy for you but it will also let your loved ones know that you are still the same person you were before your stroke. this picture is a reminder to me that strokes aren't that bad. 

your paralyzed not dead

once the pain of a stroke goes away the depression settles in. There is nothing wrong with being depressed if your paralyzed because its natural.You will start to realize you will not be able to do the same things you used and that your life will never be the same, but the main thing you should focus on is that you are paralyzed not helpless. Some People have strokes and never get paralyzed but if you did you still have parts of your body that do work and  you need to put those parts  to work. If you lay around expecting everybody to cater to you then you are only hurting yourself by slowing down your recovery. try to be as independent as possible because most likely you cannot have someone at your side at all times. My parents had to go to work and I stayed at the hospital surrounded by elderly people that were glad to still be alive rather than complain about their situation. you cannot put a time on a recovery because it varies depending on how much effort you put into trying to get better. Independence and a positive attitude is the best way to recovery it may be hard to mantain the two but it is a long road to recovery and you will never reach your destination unless you stay on it. I will always appreciate the people who made me do for myself because they helped me realize that I could do anything I set my mind on