May 18, 2026 I typically write about my TBI, but PTSD is just as much a part of my daily life. At the time that I was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, there was still a strong belief that PTSD only belonged to military members. I had a hard time accepting the diagnosis myself … Continue reading Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: lets talk about PTSD
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Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: I can do hard things
December 28, 2024 This is a message I’ve had to remind myself of many, many times, especially this year. I can do hard things. Earlier this year I began a type of therapy called EMDR. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is used to help people heal from a traumatic event in … Continue reading Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: I can do hard things
Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: well, that didn’t last long
June 28, 2024 In my former life (pre-TBI) I was a special education teacher, so after my brain injury it was the easiest thing in the world for me to apply modifications and accommodations to my life. After all, that is what I did for every one of my students. Back in December of 2023 … Continue reading Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: well, that didn’t last long
Confessions of a Concussed Cyclist: the story of a cyclist living life with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) 