Too often we tend to underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring.

As the Buddha said, “No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk our own path."

Do you ever get the feeling that some things that occur in your life were meant to happen? Synchronicity implies that, while events may or may not be connected by causality, these events are connected by meaning.

I never imagined I might someday turn my suffering into something of value; something that created a sense of hope.

Are you too busy? Have you ever had a bad brain day? Are you stuck in a fog and can't seem to get your brain to function? Are you depressed, sad or anxious?

Throughout my journey I have been overcome with gratitude. I am so grateful towards everyone who has helped me, and continues to help me, along my road to recovery. I have realized how much love has contributed, and has always been there for me.

I was lucky enough recently to speak at CASA of the Mid-Shore’s annual Celebration of Children Holiday Luncheon in Maryland.

Everyone knows that having a relationship takes work and having a relationship when you have a disability can unbalance the equation and takes a lot more work.

I have found there is a definite link between physical health and nutrition. Because our brain function is affected by what we put in our bodies, it is extremely important to give our body and brain the correct fuel to keep it vibrant and strong.

What is your definition of happiness? Are you mindful? Do you focus on the past and the future more than enjoying the present moment? Do you feel happiness is dependent on material wealth and the utilization of new technology? If you said, “yes” to any of the above, you need to read this.

We all think of failure as a bad thing; we are not good enough is a common thought. Have you ever felt less than, you are not enough? Do you ever think you could turn around your thinking?

When I had my near fatal car accident thirty years ago, many people thought I would never recover from my severe brain injury. I believe what gave me the fortitude to pursue my goal of recovery was resilience. But what is resilience?

Being able to speak about my losses and how I have gained strength has filled me with a huge purpose. I have never felt like I was good enough or wise enough to do what I am able to do now, speaking in front of a room full of people.

Some people wonder if they are ever going to be healed and return to their life just the way it was before the trauma.  I would like to be able to say “yes” but in my opinion, the answer is “no”.  And my definition of “healing” is tied to embracing the “new you.”

Do you think honesty or compassion is best for the patients and care givers? No one truly knows the fate of trauma victims. How do you think honesty can affect one’s recovery?