Resources

A man is what he thinks about all day long.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Websites

Alliance to Cure Cavernous Malformation. #1 resource for cutting edge information on all things Cavernous Malformations.

https://www.alliancetocure.org

Dr. Karen D. Sullivan, PhD, ABPP, is the creator of the I CARE FOR YOUR BRAIN program.

“The current one-size-fits-all approach to the brain health marketplace neglects what brain scientists know to be true. A more science-based approach is needed that educates the public about the genetic and lifestyle factors known to influence brain health throughout a lifetime. In order to experience true brain health, adults must learn to replace the mistruths of the so-called brain fitness industry and be taught science-based recommendations that really work.  “

-Dr. Karen D. Sullivan

Her work has educated me so much in many areas. The videos, articles, and ICFYB Interactive Stroke Recovery Guide are an amazing place to start or continue your recovery journey. Below I provide links for a few of her videos, but recommend you search for the ones that best relate to you. 

http://www.icfyb.com/

Books

Some of my favorites that motivate, educate and push me along this journey.

The Brain That Changes Itself – Norman Doidge

The Brain’s Way of Healing – Norman Doidge

The Plant Paradox – Steven Gundry M.D.

Be Anxious for Nothing – Max Lucado

You’ll Get Through This- Max Lucado

Your Best Life Now – Joel Osteen

Warrior of the light – Paulo Coleho

Mans Search for Meaning – Viktor E. Frankl

Make Your Bed – Admiral William H. McRaven

Atomic Habits – James Clear

The Pain Relief Secret – Sarah Warren

ICFYB Interactive Stroke Recovery Guide – Dr. Sullivan
http://www.icfyb.com/

Videos

ICFYB Videos

Stroke-related Neuro-fatigue
https://fb.watch/fznOfhBXOl/

Pons Brainstem Stroke
https://fb.watch/fzo3g8dauy/

Brainstem Cavernoma
https://fb.watch/fzo6g1F3UY/

Post Stroke YouTube Channel is an amazing resource. Dig into this channel for great content.

https://m.youtube.com/c/PostStrokeOrg/featured

The Truth About Stroke Recovery After One Year
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PUfW-CySHas&t=515s

Myndfulness YouTube channel is all about providing you information and skills to help transform your mindbody–whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain by using scientifically proven interventions of brain science and mindfulness-based applications. 

https://m.youtube.com/@myndfulness