#34 On A (Not So) Good Day: Our Challenges With Brain Injury - Elizabeth Callaghan and Julia Ajayi

On A Good Day

What's it like to be the partner of a brain injury survivor?

The truth is, some days are not so good. There are times which can be challenging, frustrating and upsetting.

In this episode, Elizabeth and Julia acknowledge the (not so) good days and share with honesty some of the challenges they face living with a brain injury survivor.

They share their own vulnerabilities and struggles in this bite-sized episode in the hope it will resonate with others and help people feel less alone.

Some of the topics discussed include:

• The strain brain injury can put on marriages and relationships
• Feeling overwhelmed and frustrated
• Being the main decision maker
• Dealing with mood changes and altered emotions
• How little things can build up to dampen the good days
• Why sharing and talking always helps

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In this episode, Elizabeth and Julia mentioned their conversation with Dr Fergus Gracey which you can listen to in episode 11. Hear more about Allison's story of parenting young children after stroke in episode 27

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