Thanks. I needed to hear that. I do miss my guitar

Great message keep it up for some of us. I wish I coul talk to you more sometimes.

@BrainAttackMusic

6 ай бұрын

You're very kind, Jacob. Thanks for commenting again 😀

@jacobkwameeduful1178

6 ай бұрын

@@BrainAttackMusic You are very kind too, you take your time to make a vital ànd share with us. I really appreciate you . Have a lovely day

Very interesting Andy. I have had no psychological assistance nor physiotherapist. But I recognise the dilemma of what do I need a psychologist for. I had physio whilst in hospital (for 6 months) but was discharged in a wheelchair unable to use a walking frame or more than 50 or so steps. I now use a rollator in the house, wheelchair when out. I’ve recently got some physio assistance, but have to drive 1.5 hrs for an hour session once per week. My big issues are spasticity chronic fatigue and hearing. The health service here in rural Ireland leaves a lot to be desired. I was born and raised in London. Where I believe there would be more help available. We moved to Ireland to be near mu mum and get out of the rat race. Obviously I did not expect to have a stroke. My question for you is did you have spasticity? If so, how long for? And how is your fatigue in 2024? I enjoy your videos, if that makes sense.? You shed a lot of light on life following a stroke. I’d be very much struggling in the dark otherwise. Hope life is better for you these days. Sheilagh

@BrainAttackMusic

19 күн бұрын

@@sheilaghgiddings4413 Hi Sheilagh. Rural Ireland? Where abouts? My wife is Irish, her family are from Galway. Like you, I had no idea about the benefits (or otherwise) of seeing a psychologist. It's only really years later that I can look back and see the changes in me, for the better. My wife will tell you I am more relaxed, more able to go with the flow, more adaptable and flexible but still me! I guess the psychologist 'unlocked' stuff that I'd bottled up or buried, if that makes sense. Most stroke survivors struggle with their health services post stroke, irrespective of country. Sad but true. I had minor spasticity in my left hand which cleared up after about 8 month but I did a huge amount of work with a small rubber stress ball. I had double vision and nystagmus for just over a year. My nemesis are fatigue and balance. Mine was a cerebellar stroke so the balance issue goes with the territory! I can walk short distances with a stick but the neuro fatigue is a nightmare. Great to hear from you. Keep laughing away. Take care, Andy

@sheilaghgiddings4413

19 күн бұрын

@@BrainAttackMusic hi Andy, I live the opposite end of the country in a Town called Kenmare, county Kerry.. it’s a beautiful place, if I could only get out to see it. I overlook Kenmare Sound and Carrantoohill. Kerry is redneck country. I was brought up in London. So quite a contrast. My mother loved Galway. We would go there every year and stay just off Eyrie Square and shop til we dropped. She passed away in 2016.she was like my sister, a real character. My other half is from Glasgow and Lanark, a big bloody Scott has turned out to be my saviour. I have spasticity all down my left side and into my head. I lost 80% of my hearing through the stroke. Your insights are useful even if just to note, rather perversely I might add, I’m not alone. You look very relaxed but I’d say, like me, you need to be in control. I have a sating that helps me: “this time will pass’ Nonsense really but it helps. Your journey give me hope and encouragement, thank you. Sheilagh

Another good video. But my wife has severe aphasia so it is kind of difficult for her to talk to a psychologist. Don't know if they're are psychologist that deal with people with aphasia. Something to look into. Thanks again.

@BrainAttackMusic

3 жыл бұрын

That must be difficult, Jeffery