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Jun 12
25m 51s

#149 Why Speaking Up Feels So Hard—and ...

LIFE Aphasia Academy® Genevieve Richardson
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Why Speaking Up After Stroke Feels So Hard If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office thinking, “I should’ve said something”—you’re not alone.

This episode breaks down why communication after stroke feels so difficult—and what you can do about it.

  • Understand how executive dysfunction and aphasia fatigue make speaking up harder than it seems
  • Learn why care partners sometimes hurt more than help (even when they mean well)
  • Discover one small phrase you can prepare to take your power back this week

Start reclaiming what stroke tried to steal—your voice, identity, and confidence.

🎯 Download the free guide: https://lifeaphasiaacademy.co/f/take-it-back

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