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Transition Techniques - Natalie Shao's Story - Part One
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Today, we welcome guest Natalie Shao to share her story that begins with a surprise diagnosis just weeks before college and unfolds across two decades of life-altering transitions. From the shock of discovering a cerebral AVM at seventeen to navigating the aftermath of brain surgery, hemiparesis, and epilepsy, Natalie’s journey is one of heartbreak, resilience, and self-discovery.
Join us as she reflects on the emotional tools, hard-won insights, and quiet triumphs that have carried her through—from regaining independence to mentoring fellow survivors—and how she now draws on those lessons to face each new chapter with courage and purpose.
Natalie's Transition Techniques:
- Double your time
- Focus on your breath
- Prepare ahead
- Honor your own pace
- Know your rights
- Cultivate confidence
- Use your support network
Community Conversation Prompt:
- What helps you shift from “managing” life to “living” life?
Guest Mentioned Resources:
Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower stroke survivors to articulate and publicly share their stories of wisdom, purpose, connection, and hope.
To learn more about our programs and services, or to sponsor a guest on their reflective story crafting journey, please visit www.beyondstillness.org.
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1. Natalie's Story (00:00:00)
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4. Begin Music (00:19:02)
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