The Great Now What? – Maggie WhittumThe Great Now What? – Maggie Whittum
Recovery After Stroke
Maggie Whittum is a brain stem stroke SURVIVOR, not a stroke victim. Let's find meaning & beauty in what is an otherwise ugly experience.
1:15:53•1 Apr 2019
Maggie Whittum: Turning Stroke Recovery into Art and Advocacy
“I'm a person with a disability, I perform with a theater company for people with disabilities, and I work on a film that is going to help expose stroke and disability and chronic pain to the wider world in a way that will build compassion and understanding.”
Picture this: you’re living a vibrant life when suddenly, everything changes in an instant. That’s what happened to Maggie Whittum when she suffered a brain stem stroke. In this compelling episode of 'Recovery After Stroke', Maggie recounts her incredible journey from the moment she walked into the ER to the harrowing days of complete paralysis and loss of speech. Despite these overwhelming challenges, Maggie’s story is one of resilience and determination.
She dives deep into the power of self-talk and its crucial role in her recovery process. But Maggie didn’t stop there; she turned her experience into a mission to help others. Now working on a documentary film, she aims to raise awareness about stroke, disability, and chronic pain, fostering compassion and understanding in the process. Through her art, Maggie communicates her journey and reaches out to those facing similar battles.
This episode is a testament to finding beauty and meaning in life’s toughest moments. Tune in to be inspired by Maggie’s unwavering spirit and learn how she uses creativity as a tool for healing and advocacy.
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