Welcome, In this episode, I tell of a serendipitous introduction to the transformative power of mindfulness!

 What is mindfulness? , basically, it's the essence of being present and  cultivating awareness of ourselves and the world around us

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After experiencing a stroke, the journey to recovery extends far beyond medical treatment. This episode delves briefly into the crucial role of interpersonal interactions in the aftermath of a stroke. We hint at the significance of emotional support, communication, and understanding between the affected individual and their loved ones, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

Navigating life after a stroke involves a complex web of emotions, adjustments, and challenges. It showcases the importance of empathy and patience in communication, as the survivors might face difficulties in expressing themselves or comprehending information!

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In an unforgettable encounter, Heide ran into a young doctor outside the ICU who lacked any sense of empathy, it appears that that she had once faltered in predicting a patient's positive outcome. Rather than risking another misjudgment, the doctor looked to shroud every prognosis in pessimism, extinguishing the faintest glimmer of hope for this patient and his family. Heide Disregarded her comments and couldn't help but probe the absence of empathy in the doctor's approach. Leaving her with one  parting request “Doctor may I at least hope?” " From then on she only asked the nurses for updates: the frontline experience often provides a richer, more empathetic understanding of a patient's condition and journey toward recovery. Than Doctors. the difference between God and a Doctor comes to mind!

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