Recovery After Stroke

Recovery After Stroke

Recovery After Stroke

  • Share Your Stroke Of Genius – Kyle Mengelkamp

Share Your Stroke Of Genius – Kyle Mengelkamp

Tuesday 1st October 2019

Kyle Mengelkamp discusses his journey from surviving a stroke at 11 to becoming a video producer, emphasizing resilience, community support, and mental health.
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Kyle Mengelkamp: Turning Stroke Challenges into Creative Triumphs

When I quit my basketball team in high school, I went up to my prior. My high school basketball coach was looking at me, and so you know, and training me. Well, after you've gone through a period of you know self, considering your self-worth and all the things that you had to do to get there, your first thought after that was: I'm going to do things that are going to make it better for other people.
Imagine facing a life-altering stroke at just 11 years old. That's exactly what happened to Kyle Mengelkamp. In this episode of 'Recovery After Stroke', host Bill Gasiamis sits down with Kyle to uncover his remarkable journey from a young stroke survivor to a thriving video producer. Kyle’s story is a testament to resilience and the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity.
He dives into the hurdles he faced, the strategies he employed for recovery, and how he discovered his passion for video production along the way. Kyle also sheds light on the importance of mental health and self-worth in the recovery process. His experiences emphasize how crucial support and community are for anyone navigating life after a stroke. Through his platform, The Transit Lounge Podcast, Kyle has created a space where others can share their own stories of perseverance and hope.
As Kyle poignantly puts it, 'your first thought after [recovery] was: I'm going to do things that are going to make it better for other people'. This episode is not just about survival; it's about thriving and making a difference in the lives of others. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on stroke recovery, this conversation with Kyle Mengelkamp is a must-listen.