Why the relationship is not the first priority and what you can do in the meantime.

In this episode, we wanted to get started with some real management strategies when dealing with a brain injury. It’s a reminder about hope, stopping to smell the flowers and Dean’s story about watering them after his concussion

We talk about the invisible injury and the day-to-day.

We expand on the different personalities associated with Post-Concussion Syndrome.

You can download the Post-Concussion Assessment here: https://www.theconcussioncode.com/

2:15 - We talk about survival mode and what it was like for us as a couple.

Dean speaks about his side of things - so crucial for the spouse to understand the struggles.

3:30 - What it was like watering the plants.

4:00 - Dean speaks of his frustration, feelings of embarrassment and vulnerability, feeling useless, and hopeless.

7:45 - Talks about the brain fog associated with Post-Concussion Syndrome.

8:45 - The impacts of the injury on the relationship.

9:00 - Lori speaks more about the physical injuries and their impact on the relationship.

9:35 - There are no promises. What you can do is take the time to appreciate what you both have.

10:15 - A cautionary message from one wife to another… 

Be grateful you have a chance to love again after a traumatic brain injury.We encourage you to take the time to smell the flowers.

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Love,

Dean & Lori