Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Day: Stories of Strength and Survival — Kelly Tuttle

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Observeday

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Welcome to "Observe Day" – the ultimate podcast for holiday and birthday enthusiasts! Whether you're obsessed with festive traditions, love planning the perfect birthday bash, or simply enjoy the magic of special occasions, this show is your go-to source for inspiration, tips, and fun. Each episode, we dive into the history, traditions, and creative ideas behind holidays and celebrations from around the world. From quirky observances like National Pancake Day to major holidays like Christmas and Diwali, we’ll explore how to make every day feel extraordinary. Plus, we’ll share expert a

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Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Day: Stories of Strength and Survival — Kelly Tuttle | Ep 92

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1 month ago

Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Day: Stories of Strength and Survival — Kelly Tuttle | Ep 92

If you or someone you care about is navigating the challenges of brain injury recovery, you’ll find real insight and support in this episode. I sat down with Kelly Tuttle, an award-winning ortho healthcare advocate and traumatic brain surgery survivor, to talk about the unexpected turns on the journey to healing. You’ll hear Kelly open up about moving from nurse to patient overnight, the invisible symptoms that linger beyond the initial trauma, and the emotional ups and downs of rediscovering a sense of self. We get practical, covering simple tools for returning to work after a brain injury and the five pillars for recovery that every survivor should know. If you’re a podcaster or creator, you’ll pick up actionable takeaways on building resilience during life challenges and the power of journaling to gain insight and clarity. This episode is full of compassionate advice and firsthand moments — a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand, support, or personally face brain injury recovery.

Connect with Kelly Tuttle

Website:https://kellytuttle.org/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-tuttle/

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Chapters

00:00 – Why Join the Newsletter

00:24 – Intro to Observe Day Podcast

00:46 – Meet Kelly Tuttle: Her Story

01:39 – The Night of the Crash

02:28 – The Diagnosis: Facing Reality

03:13 – Struggles After the Brain Injury

03:45 – Critical Moment: Falling Asleep Driving

04:33 – Invisible Symptoms Explained

06:01 – Realizing Something Was Wrong

06:50 – Identity, Journaling, and Acceptance

08:43 – Life After Change: Mindful Healing

09:56 – Inspiration Behind Writing the Book

11:08 – Writing: Experience Over Memoir

12:11 – Lessons Learned and Shared Mistakes

13:22 – Returning to Work: Small Steps

14:25 – Five Pillars of Recovery

17:05 – Advice for Survivors

18:15 – How Family and Friends Can Help

19:43 – Where to Find Kelly Tuttle

20:26 – Closing Thoughts and Farewell