Post Traumatic Stress and Stroke – Travis CowsertPost Traumatic Stress and Stroke – Travis Cowsert
Recovery After Stroke
Travis Cowsert is a former US Marine who experienced a stroke and nearly 10 years later is still overcoming the challenges that stroke can create.
1:13:10•10 Mar 2019
Travis Cowsert: Healing PTSD and Stroke Through Wrestling and Community
“Talking about it is half the battle, you know, to the road to mental recovery.”
Picture this: You're a former US Marine, used to the rigors of military life, and then a stroke hits, flipping your world upside down. This is the reality Travis Cowsert faced nearly a decade ago. In this compelling episode of 'Recovery After Stroke', Travis opens up about his ongoing battle with post-traumatic stress and the physical and mental hurdles of stroke recovery. He delves into how wrestling became a lifeline, helping him regain confidence and strength.
Travis also emphasizes the power of community, sharing how connecting with other stroke survivors has been crucial in his journey. He even started the Calcert Foundation to support others in similar situations. If you're navigating post-traumatic stress or know someone who is, Travis's story offers a beacon of hope and practical advice.
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