Shari Bookstaff, a marine biology professor, suffered a devastating stroke following the removal of a benign brain tumor over 17 years ago. She shares her heartfelt story of determination, positivity, and love of whales and football that helped her regain her dignity, livelihood, and spirit. Shari's recovery in the hospital inspired her to create the non-profit Impact of Empathy, where she helps promote and educate medical leadership teams, students, and professionals on expressing heightened empathy for better outcomes. Shari is the author of "When Life Throws You Lemons… Make Cranberry Juice!" You can learn more about Impact of Empathy at: https://impactofempathy.net/