New Year Same Body

New Year, Same Body New Year, Same Body — New Wins: Redefining Progress After Stroke The New Year has a way of making people feel like they’re supposed to start over. New goals.New habits.A “new you.” For stroke survivors, that idea can feel frustrating—or even painful—because our bodies don’t reset on January 1st. Spasticity doesn’t […]

MOTIVATION

Struggling to find motivation can feel like an insurmountable challenge, often leaving one in a state of inertia and frustration. It can be disheartening to face a long list of tasks and goals, only to feel an overwhelming lack of desire to begin or continue them. This lack of drive can stem from various sources, […]

How to motivate a stroke survivor

How to Motivate a Stroke Survivor First, make sure the survivor is not depressed. Second, look the survivor in the eye and ask the question, “How much functionality do you want to recover?” Next try to set relevant, achievable goals. Try to calm down any emotional challenges. Set up a daily routine. Keep a journal […]