Have you ever felt stuck and unsure how to move forward in your recovery journey? Today, as we kick off Season 6, we are talking about how learning about brain health can make a huge impact - and giving you some practical tools to take with you.
In this episode, host Cristabelle Braden interviews Luke Bohnenberger, known as Luke Speaks TBI, who shares his powerful journey from a severe car accident and mental health struggles to becoming an advocate for others. Listen to discover how understanding your brain’s needs on a neurological level can remove shame, empower recovery, and help you regain a sense of control over your life and recovery journey.
We also feature a spotlight on brain health with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe from The Functional Neurology Center. Dr. Schmoe explains practical, daily habits for supporting your neurology, focusing on blood sugar regulation, hydration, and simple ways to activate your brain through movement, visualization, and stress reduction.
🧠 In this episode:
- Reframing post-injury symptoms as "signals" and learning to listen to your brain before it reaches an overload state.
- Exploring 6 pillars of brain health: connections, movement, diet, novelty, environment, and rest.
- Why establishing a sense of neurological safety is a required foundation for deep healing.
- How to navigate the "push and pace" dynamic to challenge your brain without causing a setback.
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Hosted by Cristabelle Braden: @cristabellebraden | cristabellebraden.com
Connect with Luke: lukespeakstbi.com
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Sponsor
Thank you to The Functional Neurology Center for sponsoring this podcast - The FNC offers personalized neuro-recovery programs for anyone going through brain injury and a wide range of neurological conditions. Learn more: https://www.thefnc.com
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0:00 Intro
1:45 Welcome with Cristabelle
2:59 Brain Health - Spotlight with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe
6:02 Introducing Luke
8:45 The TBI Journey
14:35 Foundation of Brain Health
23:00 Understanding Safety in Nervous System
26:45 Takeaways and Small Steps
31:35 Final Words of Hope
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Disclaimer
This podcast is for education and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult your physician for individualized care. More: hopesurvives.org/podcast
