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Inner Pieces
As a ruptured Brain Aneurysm survivor, I know firsthand the challenges and struggles that come with overcoming trauma and starting over. That's why I created this space - a place where I can laugh, connect with others who have been through similar experiences, and vent about the ups and downs of the journey. It's a community where we can support each other, share our stories, and find humor in the midst of it all. Because sometimes, a little laughter is the best medicine for healing and moving forward. Together, we can continue to thrive and grow, despite the obstacles we have faced.
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BrainWave Connections: Brain Aneurysm Support Groups
One important lesson I have learned is the value of joining support groups after experiencing a brain aneurysm. These groups provide a...
Nikki Larson
Nov 9, 20231 min read
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Brain Aneurysm: Survivors Helping Survivors
This year, I set a goal for myself to meet and talk with other Brain Aneurysm survivors. As someone who had gone through the experience...
Nikki Larson
Oct 26, 20233 min read
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Survivors Circle: How Meeting Other Brain Aneurysm Survivors Helped Me Heal.
It was a terrifying and depressing experience for me after I had a ruptured brain aneurysm. I was alone and felt like I was the only one...
Nikki Larson
Oct 22, 20234 min read
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Overcoming Fear And Embracing Strength: A Survivor’s Journey After A Ruptured Brain Aneurysm.
Going through a traumatic experience like a ruptured Brain Aneurysm can completely change a person's life. It can leave a lasting impact...
Nikki Larson
Oct 21, 20234 min read
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Surviving The Storm: What Exactly Is A Ruptured Brain Aneurysm?
As bad as it was, still is sometimes, I learned something about myself. I learned that I could go through hell and still survive. It...
Nikki Larson
Oct 21, 20235 min read
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My Life Is Better After My Brain Aneurysm: Is That Offensive?
When I first woke up in the hospital after my ruptured brain aneurysm, I couldn't help but feel scared and overwhelmed. The doctors told...
Nikki Larson
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Ruptured Brain Aneurysm: What I’ve learned from my experience
My experience with the ruptured brain aneurysm has taught me many valuable lessons. One of the most important is the power of resilience....
Nikki Larson
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Concerns Regarding My Counselor - Seeking Advice & Suggestions for a Fresh Start
As an aneurysm survivor I am constantly curious about how other survivors have felt about their counselors. Did they find them helpful in...
Nikki Larson
Oct 15, 20233 min read
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Rebuilding Resilience After A Brain Aneurysm
After my ruptured brain aneurysm, I felt like a completely different person. My once confident and outgoing self was now filled with...
Nikki Larson
Oct 11, 20233 min read
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A new experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
It had been almost 33 years since I last visited Amsterdam, and the thought of going back fills me with both excitement and nervousness....
Nikki Larson
Oct 11, 20234 min read
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Amsterdam Revisited
Visiting Amsterdam this time around will be a totally different experience than my first visit. At 19, I wasn’t there to appreciate the...
Nikki Larson
Oct 11, 20233 min read
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The London Hard Rock Cafe: Happy 51st Birthday To This Aneurysm Survivor!
I had always been a firm believer in celebrating my birthday month to the fullest. After all, we never truly know how much time we have...
Nikki Larson
Oct 9, 20232 min read
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Ruptured Aneurysm:The Journey To Self Improvement Is A Continuous One.
The journey to self-improvement begins with a single step, and for me, that step was acknowledging that I needed to make some changes in...
Nikki Larson
Oct 1, 20232 min read
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Exploring Europe - On Our Way!
I have found that the best way to cope with the emotional pain of a brain aneurism is to seize the moment and never put off doing...
Nikki Larson
Sep 26, 20233 min read
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Concern about Nightmares vs. Side Effects of Prazosin
Prazosin has been prescribed to me by my psychiatric doctor at Veterans Hospital to help with my PTSD nightmares. As someone who...
Nikki Larson
Sep 12, 20233 min read
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Brain Aneurysm Advice: Dealing With Grief
In the aftermath of a ruptured brain aneurysm, it is normal to feel shocked, confused, and searching for a way to make sense of what has...
Nikki Larson
Sep 1, 20233 min read
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Embracing Growth After A Brain Aneurysm
I probably write about this too often but it's a reminder that it doesn't matter how many times I head in the wrong direction. I can...
Nikki Larson
Apr 11, 20232 min read
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So Scary To Miss A Check Up On A Brain Aneurysm.
I have to close my eyes and take a deep breath. I had been dreading this moment for weeks, but it is finally here. I was supposed to...
Nikki Larson
Apr 6, 20234 min read
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Dealing With Memory Loss After A Ruptured Brain Aneurysm
A ruptured brain aneurysm is a life-changing medical condition that affects the neurological system. When someone undergoes an aneurysm...
Nikki Larson
Mar 8, 20233 min read
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My Journey Of Self-Discovery After A Ruptured Brain Aneurysm
Before my ruptured brain aneurysm, my focus hadn't been on my looks. I was a woman in my mid 40s, living my life to the fullest, working...
Nikki Larson
Feb 16, 20233 min read
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