Today's guest is a stroke survivor and she shares her journey of recovery and how she has become a coach for stroke victims and their caregivers.

She emphasizes the importance of patience, independence, and finding joy in the process of relearning skills. Jan also discusses the challenges she faced in her relationships and the support she received from friends and the community.

She highlights the need for open conversations about the emotional and physical struggles faced by stroke survivors.

Her story is a testament to the power of resilience and the ability to find purpose and meaning in life after a traumatic event.

A stroke survivor and author, she shares her journey of recovery and how she found inspiration in writing children's books and poetry.

She emphasizes the importance of gratitude and celebrating small successes.

She also highlights the role of caregivers and offers advice on how to support them. She plans to continue her advocacy work and become an international speaker, inspiring others to overcome challenges and strive for greatness.

Today we find out what's important to Jan Burl.

Jan's Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/k9HKgJxr2j2Qzh2u/?mibextid=K35XfP

Jan's Website

www.thundercrestbooks.com

Jan's LinkedIn Profile

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-burl-ec-nlp-ma-4476b416/ 

Takeaways

Helping stroke victims and their caregivers requires patience, independence, and finding joy in the process of relearning skills.

Open conversations about the emotional and physical struggles faced by stroke survivors are crucial for support and understanding.

Community support and the presence of empathetic friends can make a significant difference in the recovery journey.

Stroke survivors can find purpose and meaning in life by embracing resilience and focusing on personal growth. Writing can be a powerful tool for self-expression and healing, even for those who haven't experienced a stroke or trauma.

Gratitude and celebrating small successes are essential for maintaining a positive mindset during recovery.

Caregivers play a crucial role in the recovery process and should be supported and acknowledged.

Language and the way we frame our experiences can have a significant impact on our mindset and resilience.

Jan Burl plans to continue her advocacy work and become an international speaker, inspiring others to overcome challenges and strive for greatness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Mission

05:35 Finding Inspiration and Overcoming Challenges

08:27 Impact of COVID-19 and Pursuing Education

10:30 Becoming a Coach and Writing Children's Books

14:41 Mindset, Patience, and Continuous Learning

21:02 Supporting Stroke Survivors: Tips for Caregivers

23:54 Transitioning from Survivor to Supporter

26:38 Becoming a Certified Coach and Future Goals

30:00 Introduction and the Power of Listening

32:45 Inspiration for Writing Children's Books

35:56 Jan's Stroke Recovery Journey

38:08 Becoming a Published Writer

45:19 Quotes and Phrases that Inspire Jan

48:18 Influences in Jan's Life

53:45 Supporting Caregivers and Loved Ones

57:34 Jan's Future as an International Speaker

58:32 Podcast outro (music & Links.mp4)