Elizabeth Cottone

Reinvention: Life After Traumatic Change (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Out of the blue one morning, Beth Cottone, scientist, marathoner, and mother of three, had a massive stroke. Then she had to relearn how to balance, walk, speak, and swallow. With an academic background in the science of learning, she understood what was at stake in her recovery. In this, her second book, the author examines the emotional and practical struggles involved in returning to a full life - and even the possibility of happiness - after such devastating loss.

Cottone delivers an empathetic understanding of the challenges faced not only by stroke survivors and others with neurodivergences but also by parents, former athletes and performers, and those who have lost a "gateway skill" like vision, hearing, speech, or language. Cottone explains, "Identity foreclosure (when you can no longer meet your expectations of competence in an area that formed a principal part of your identity) is the great equalizer. It cuts across all socioeconomic levels. … Happiness may only be found with acceptance, when we give our past self a friendly nod and move on."

• Beth Cottone has given generously in this book about how experiencing stroke has changed her life. She has opened up her own life story so that other survivors of brain injuries and those who care for them can see what is possible in the aftermath. She has included entries from her personal journal that show her progress, while also providing insight into the scientific basis for her injury and recovery. Beth Cottone's book is both a very personal reflection and a clear interpretation of the neurology of stroke. ~ Richard G. Tedeschi, PhD, Executive Director, Boulder Crest Institute for Posttraumatic Growth
• Beth Cottone is determined to use her cruel experience to learn about life and teach others how to overcome difficulties, how to persevere, how to keep fighting, and not give up. Her writing is full of her love of life. Her fight for a meaningful life after a tragic event is an inspiration for us all. ~ Barbara K. Lipska, PhD, author of The Neuroscientist Who Lost Her Mind and past Director, Human Brain Collection Core, National Institute of Mental Health
• It was an honor to read this beautiful and important book. ~ Michael Shutt, actor, stroke survivor, playwright of A Lesson in Swimming
• What a treat. It was like a conversation where all I wanted to do was listen and to savor what I was hearing. The information was so accessible and relatable. I feel uplifted. ~ Julia Blodgett PhD, Educational Psychologist
• The chapters are intriguing and spot on. Congratulations to the author for all she's doing not only for herself but for so many others. ~ Nina Solenski MD, Neurologist, University of Virginia
• This book is a real inspiration. Beth's journey is truly extraordinary. It's such a compelling story and an encouragement for others who have experienced trauma. I admire her spunk and optimism, even though I know it's so very hard at times. ~ Crish Kresge, NeuroMovement® practitioner
• A powerful, real, and hopeful voice. Her raw and emotional account explores a crucial mindset shift: "how to hold the negative and the positive in your hand at the same time." I myself am moved beyond words. ~ Claire Marie Barbao, Speech-Language Pathologist, University of Virginia
• Many life lessons that would be pertinent to any reader. ~ Deb Zehner MBA, Director of Applied Research, Connected Commons

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: 4 Peas Press
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. Oktober 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798223774945
• Artikelnr.: 68956717