Stronger than Stroke.

The story of change

In this episode of Small Wins, we explore the power of everyday victories in stroke recovery. Hear inspiring stories, practical tips, and the mindset shifts that help turn small steps into big progress.

Hey everyone, welcome back to Stronger Than Stroke! Today, I’m joined by Myra for a really honest, down-to-earth chat about the little victories, the frustrating moments, and the unexpected twists of stroke recovery. From walking a few steps upstairs to navigating everyday challenges, we talk about it all—the struggles, the small wins, and everything in between. So grab a cuppa, settle in, and joi...

After a stroke, fatigue isn’t just tiredness — it’s neurological. In this episode of Stronger Than Stroke, we explore what a neuro fatigue crash really is, why it happens, and how to manage it without setting yourself back. If you’ve felt the sudden exhaustion, heavy limbs, or brain fog… this will help you understand what’s going on — and how to handle it. Rest is not failure. Rest is repair. 💛

Louise talks about how relationships can change after stroke.

Louise and Myra talk about being away from home and the continuation of being sausaged. (Fatigued)

In this episode, we explore the powerful role of the central nervous system in stroke recovery. From the brain’s incredible ability to rewire itself through neuroplasticity, to the way signals travel between the brain, spinal cord and muscles, we break down what’s really happening inside the body after a stroke. We talk about why fatigue can feel overwhelming, why movement may feel disconnected, a...

Fatigue isn’t laziness. It isn’t weakness. And it definitely isn’t “just being tired.” In this episode, we unpack the real truth about fatigue — especially the kind that follows stroke, trauma, stress, and life-changing events. The kind that doesn’t go away with a nap. The kind that makes brushing your teeth feel like climbing a mountain.

Stroke doesn’t always look the way people expect it to. In this episode of Stronger Than Stroke, we uncover the reality that so many survivors live with every single day — the symptoms no one sees, the exhaustion no one understands, the grief that hides behind a brave face.

Louise talks openly being completely real & raw with her experience & opinion.

Memory lapses, word mix ups & why we now call the fridge the cold thing!

Body image, identity shifts, and rocking scars like badges of honour.

Physical & Occupational therapy: the pain, the progress & the hilarity.

Adjusting to the new normal (and yelling at clocks!)

Our stroke stories: what happened, how we survived and how it all began.

Louise and Myra explore how life flips overnight the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the ways we overcome when everything changes.