4 Tools to consider that could help you after a brain haemorrhage.

Having spoken to many people who have unfortunately experienced a brain haemorrhage, we know just how lonely and difficult life can be afterwards as you try to adapt to your new reality. 

But we are here to help and to support you through your recovery.

We know there are so many factors that come into play, so many different challenges, but let’s start today, with these 4 tools below, which have been shared by one of the NKMT Champions Theo Theophanous, to help you on your journey to recovery.

1/ Meditate 

You may have a busy mind, a mind that’s playing tricks on you, or just one that is different to what you were used to. 

Using an app such as headspace or calm to meditate and give your mind some focus and peace might be a real game changer. It may well be hard to start, but the more you do the more you will get out of it, trust the process and the results will be worth it. 

2/ Sleep 

Sleep is your best friend when it comes to recovery. 

Ensure you’re getting enough sleep and rest. Your body and brain will need time to recover. Prioritise your sleep and don’t underestimate how much being tired can affect your recovery too.

3/ Go Slow Socially 

Whether you were social before or not, diving straight back into social occasions is likely to not only be tiring but also overwhelming. 

Try to take it slow to start, don’t overwhelm yourself and be with people you know and feel safe with. Maybe just head out for short periods of time, to a quiet place and build up over time.

A gentle reminder, it is also ok to say no when you might have previously said yes! Do what is best for you in your recovery, not anyone else.

4/ Know your Limits 

Get to know your limits; understand what you need, what you can handle, what you can’t and begin to recognise where you need to set boundaries and be realistic with it so that you don’t over do it.

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We want to bring you more information and expand this conversation, whilst sharing useful information and encouraging conversation to be had around our brain health, people’s perception of brain injuries and hopefully allowing people to feel seen and heard and less alone in a world where it is still something we shy away from talking about.

If you are happy to, we would love to hear more about your experience with brain haemorrhage and thereafter how we can support you.

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