S2 E45: Brain Injury and Relationships Series: Being the Light with Tymiak and Rachel Hawkins

Making Headway

February. The month of commercialized love aka Valentines Day. While buying chocolates and teddy bears is a questionable way to show you love someone; it is a good reminder that we need to show support and be vocal about appreciating those who love us, especially those who have stood by us in our worst moments.

Brain injury is a unique circumstance in a relationship where roles change quickly. Suddenly an independent partner has increased needs and the significant other becomes a caregiver. This is a really hard time for the survivor and spouse. This month, we talk with some amazing couples who have stuck together through the hard times. A true in sickness and in health test.

For our first in the series, stroke survivor Tymiak and his beautiful wife Rachel Hawkins provide their perspectives on what was needed for their relationship to thrive post injury. Join us as we listen to them converse about communication, mindfulness, honesty and the roles they play in keeping a solid relationship post brain injury.

Links to any resources mentioned:

• Becoming the Light: Navigating the Darkness after Stroke by Tymiak Hawkins. Buy here.

Reach out to:

• Tymiak on IG @twotheT2.0
• Tymiak on facebook @tymiakamirhawkins
• www.tymiakhawkins.com: free guide for survivors and caregivers. Buy the book here
• Eryn on IG @eryn_makingheadwaypodcast
• MHP on IG @makingheadwaypodcast
• Go to our website www.makingheadwaypodcast.com for full show notes and resources
• Stroke Recovery with Motus Nova: https://motusnova.com/makingheadway/
• The Headache Nutritionist: https://www.headachenutritionist.com/
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• Buy Tymiak’s book on Amazon using this link.

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