A Battle Within

Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!

Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 072

A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome, otherwise known as (PCS)

The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.

It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the warrior or you the caregiver. We do this by offering the stories and resources we have found along our own journey.

Today we look at high school sports as it pertains to concussions, awareness and recovery. A recent robust study came out which serves to be the foundation for the conversation.

I promise that some of the statistics will surprise you and we pass along some good resources to help you and your student athletes along the way.

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If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

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Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 071

Drew and Terry speak with today's guest James Inkson Stevens.

To preview the chat with James-

James hails from the southern part of England and unfortunately suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury via an assault in March 2019.

As part of his healing and recovery he has gone onto making a series of YouTube videos to document his feeling, trails and wins along the way. We touch on these topics and discuss an amazing piece of mercy James displays towards his attacker.

We hope you enjoy the latest installment of A BATTLE WITHIN!

Join us each week for the conversation!

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Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

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Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!

Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 070

A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS) 

The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.

It is our desire that this platform be a useful way to create awareness around the invisible injury. We aim to help those in the battle, whether that is you the warrior or you the caregiver by offering the stories and resources we have found.

Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we sit down to for another installment of Terry's Takes.

If you haven't listened to these episodes before, this is where Drew brings up 3 topics to Terry and she offers her candid and immediate responses and thoughts on the topic.

Today's installment investigates celebrating the "re-birth" Simplifying Household Chores, and Some Travel Tips.

This week we also add feedback we received from listeners and followers so be share to tune in!

Join us each week for the conversation!

Rate and review the program  It helps to get us in more ears!

Check us out at abattlewithin.com  on Facebook  and on Instagram 

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Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 069

Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew hear from Cody Oehm, a former Ice Hockey player from North of the Border and The founder of Head 1st Movement. An organization dedicated to helping people prioritize their mental health.

We talk to Cody about his concussions and the aftermath, speaking up, and what lead him to start this new organization in the first place. As you will learn, he has a great pledge campaign coming with the backing necessary to pull it off effectively.

Join us each week for the conversation!

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Check us out at abattlewithin.com  on Facebook  and on Instagram 

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Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

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Hello Warriors! Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 068.

Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we talk about one of Drew's favorite topics. Removing Clutter From Your Life. He believe it clogs up your mind just as much as your physical space. So removing it can be so helpful.

We cover some strategies and experiences we have had along these lines. Hopefully it offers some insight for you!

Join us each week for the conversation!

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Check us out at abattlewithin.com  on Facebook  and on Instagram 

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Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

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Hello Warriors! 

Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 067

Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we get to be hear from Dr Rochester again.  

If you been around for any length of time you know that he was Terry's primary doctor during her third concussion recovery/healing process. We both feel that she would not have healed to the degree she has without him. He is a Traumatic Brain Injury hero in our view. Check out episode #12 if you haven't already to learn more.

This time around Dr. Rochester discusses living with PCS during these Covid-19 lockdown times. He presents some suggestions and potential strategies to help you through it all.

Join us each week for the conversation!

Rate and review the program  It helps to get us in more ears!

Check us out at abattlewithin.com  on Facebook  and on Instagram 

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Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

Click Here to see disclaimer.

Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

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Hello Warriors! 

Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 066, 

Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we get to be hear from Lacey Fuller. Lacey is a national champion volleyball player who went on to play in professional ranks. Lacey suffered a concussion in August 2019 while playing on the beaches and still hasn't made it back yet, but is working diligently to get back on the courts soon.

As she works through the process, Lacey has gone about documenting her journey on Instagram @SlightlyActive. In an effort to aid others during their healing process. In doing so, she finds out that this is also very important to her.

Lacey's journey includes having to understand that healing is not a linear process, a new sense of anxiety, a lost identity and the need to find gratitude despite the tough times.

We hope you enjoy this chat with a very dynamic and energetic young athlete as she documents her personal case study!  

Join us each week for the conversation!

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Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

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Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

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Hello Warriors! Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 065, I'm Drew Niemann.

Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for  the program and I sit down to discuss the Art of Socializing and how to go about it while trying to heal.

We understand that things are unique in each situation, but we figured we would pass along some of the things and strategies we have used.

Join us each week for the conversation!

Rate and review the program  It helps to get us in more ears!

Check us out at abattlewithin.com  on Facebook  and on Instagram 

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Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

Click Here to see disclaimer.

Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

Keep Battling!

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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 064

Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, we will be hearing from Rebecca Zitzmann and her mother and caregiver Bev. 

Rebecca has experienced multiple head injuries over the years beginning with one in 1996 and as recent as 2014. 

Luckily Rebecca had a great support system through the years. Bev explains what it was like to be in her shoes as throughout the process as well.

The injuries Rebecca sustained in 2014 forced her to leave her chosen profession. But today she has adapted and spends a good deal of time blogging and vlogging about her experiences. This is all done in an effort to help others affected by the invisible injury.

As you listen into our conversation, it is important to note that Rebecca didn't actually receive a diagnosis of a TBI and PCS until 2016. Despite her and her mothers persistence in trying to find out what was wrong throughout the years, it still lead to 20 years not knowing.

Along they way you will also pick up on the fact that Rebecca really began making headway in her recovery 20 years later as well. 

So if you are struggling hopefully this will give you some encouragement. Things can always get better no matter where you are in the journey.

Join us each week for the conversation!

Rate and review the program  It helps to get us in more ears!

Check us out at abattlewithin.com  on Facebook  and on Instagram 

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Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

Click Here to see disclaimer.

Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

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Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 063 

Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore Ambiguous Loss. It is a very real concern on so many different levels within this community.

What is it? How do you recognize it? How do you live with it are just a few of the points covered.

Join us each week for the conversation!

Rate and review the program  It helps to get us in more ears!

Check us out at abattlewithin.com  on Facebook  and on Instagram 

Get some swag at the Battle Within Store

Episode Notes and Resources are here.

If you are interested telling us your story for an upcoming episode- reach out at abattlewithin.com/contact or via Facebook. We would be happy to consider it!

Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice.

Click Here to see disclaimer.

Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase via www.abattlewithin.com  we will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. 

Terry is also a Young Living Distributor and if you purchase via a link provided we earn a commission. Again at no charge to you.

Keep Battling!

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