When Therapy Fits Into Life, Not the Other Way Around

Today was my first face-to-face speech therapy session and for once, I didn’t leave with the weight of responsibility to practice a set of exercises that I know I won’t do. Instead, I left blowing bubbles. When my speech therapist suggested we begin by “blowing...

Strength Training in My Rehab Journey

https://emma-gee.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/490d1a3db6ac458a980deab7eeb00505.mov One thing I never truly factored in when I had my stroke at 24 was the longevity of rehabilitation. I thought recovery was something that would eventually end. In reality, it’s a...

I Feel I’m Only Getting Dumber…

As my disability progresses, I sometimes feel like my brain is fading; like the version of me that once thrived on problem-solving, creativity, and independence is being slowly replaced by someone who struggles just to get through the basics. I know deep down that...