August 29, 2019 Over the past five years people have made certain comments to me, that I am sure are meant to be helpful, when in reality they are just the opposite for me. Now I can’t speak for every person with a brain injury but for myself these certain comments really rub me the … Continue reading Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: What not to say to someone with a TBI!
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Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: 5 years
August 19, 2019 Today marks five years. Five years since the driver of a SUV decided a few minutes of her time was worth more than my safety and well being. 1,825 days. These past five years have been the hardest of my 37 years. What I thought was stress is nothing compared to what … Continue reading Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: 5 years
Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: the hits just keep on coming
July 11, 2019 I’ve been debating for the past three months whether or not to write this particular “confession”. Let me tell you a little tale and perhaps you’ll understand my apprehension… I was hit by a SUV in August 2014. Since then I have progressively gained weight despite continuing to exercise and being careful … Continue reading Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: the hits just keep on coming
Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: What Do You Need?
March 31, 2019 I need you to trust me when I say “I need to rest”. Please do not make me feel bad by responding with “you need to get out more!” or “it’ll be good for you”. Everything I do takes more energy than it used to therefore I require more down-time. Sometimes that … Continue reading Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: What Do You Need?
Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: the story of a cyclist living life with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) 