Federica Leonardis

Tough Love

Federica Leonardis

  • How to Survive and Thrive after a stroke, with Emma Gee

How to Survive and Thrive after a stroke, with Emma Gee

Thursday 16th July 2020

Emma Gee shares her journey of recovery and resilience after a life-changing stroke. Tune in for an inspiring story of strength and determination.
50 minutes

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Emma Gee: Rebuilding Life After a Stroke

Imagine being a vibrant 24-year-old, full of energy and dreams, only to have it all come crashing down due to a stroke. This is the reality Emma Gee faced when a brain surgery went wrong, leaving her unable to blink, swallow, speak, or walk. In this episode of 'Tough Love', Federica Leonardis sits down with Emma to uncover her remarkable journey of recovery and resilience.
Emma shares how she battled through the physical and emotional hurdles that came with her condition. She opens up about the anger and fear she felt, and how she managed to move past those feelings to rebuild her life. Today, Emma not only lives independently with her dog, Gilbert, but also works as an occupational therapist and gives inspirational talks about her experience. Her story is a testament to the human spirit's ability to adapt and thrive despite unimaginable setbacks.
Whether you're looking for motivation or practical advice on overcoming adversity, Emma's journey offers both. Tune in to hear how she turned her life around and continues to inspire others with her strength and determination.