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What happens when your life changes in an instant—and no one believes you?
In this powerful episode of The Voyage Cast, we sit down with Laura, a nurse, survivor, and author of No, I’m Not Fine, Thank You, who shares her raw and redemptive journey through traumatic brain injury recovery and the deep, unexpected connection between physical healing and unresolved childhood trauma.
Initially misdiagnosed with a mild concussion, Laura’s condition worsened, but so did her determination. Refusing to accept surface-level answers, she embarked on a years-long process of healing, self-advocacy, and neurorehabilitation, learning firsthand how the brain can rewire itself—and how trauma can live in the body for decades.
In this episode, Laura opens up about:
- The early signs that her brain injury was more than just a concussion
- The emotional chaos and isolation of being dismissed by doctors and peers
- The role that childhood trauma played in her physical health and recovery
- The tools and therapies that helped her heal emotionally and neurologically
- How she turned her pain into purpose through writing and advocacy
This is more than a story of injury—it’s a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and a message of hope for anyone who’s ever been misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or underestimated.
If you’ve ever faced a battle that no one else could see, this episode is for you.
Check out Laura's awesome book: "No, I'm Not Fine. Thank You"
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