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Erica Arlene Ureña-Thus

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Sing LOUD, Work HARD, LIVE HAPPY! 🌈And EVERYTHING ME...40 something ME. 2021 Hemorrhagic Stroke Survivor Mother of 2 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦Married 💍 my 1 love ❤️1993

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I’ve learned that recording my journey, creating content for others and seeing myself as an outsider—has helped me see myself for who I truly am.After my stroke, identity loss became one of the hardest parts of recovery. Journaling, storytelling, and creating content have been unexpectedly healing for my mental wellness. This has become my biography in motion—my autobiography still being written.I’ve also learned that building a community of warrior women who support one another through stroke recovery is deeply healing for me Giving back reminds me that we are not alone, broken, useless, or a burden. We are resilient, capable, and impactful.Some days, making it to the bathroom is a milestone.And that matters. That counts. That deserves to be celebrated.So let’s put our big girl panties ladies! Let’s share our stories.Let’s inspire. Let’s redefine strength& self-love . Post a picture of yourself and hashtag #selflovematters #StrokeSurvivor#IdentityAfterStroke#MentalWellnessJourney#HealingOutLoud#WomenSupportingWomen#CrownedNotBroken#SurvivorStories#RecoveryIsNotLinear#SmallWinsMatter#StillBecoming by @eric_ahhs_life

I just received my second chance candle, and I’m truly touched by this thoughtful gift. It’s not just a candle; it’s a symbol of hope and resilience for women battling stroke and cancer. Sami goes above and beyond by personalizing each candle with a heartfelt handwritten note, making it even more special. The candle itself is stunning, and it fills my home with a delightful “scent-sational” fragrance #candleswithpurpose🕯️https://2ndchancecandleco.com/#secondchancecandles #stroke #strokesurvivor @2ndchancecandleco by @eric_ahhs_life

I’ve been going through a lot of healing this year, and I’m excited for what the future holds. The future looks bright, and I’m looking forward to continuing my spiritual growth, physical restoration, and sharing my journey. I have no regrets or qualms about sharing that I checked myself into a mental institution for three square meals a day, some much-needed therapy, and much-needed me time. In solitude, you find answers to big questions. I’m happy to share my healing journey through my journals—coming soon for anyone interested in learning more about mental health and healing from the inside out. I’m happy to be alive and have so many plans for my future. by @eric_ahhs_life

I’ve always had cats or dogs in my life. I simply love loving animals. ❤️🐾

Their love is unconditional. They feel your energy, comfort you without needing words, and they don’t mind all the hugs, kisses, cuddles, and slightly suffocating attention I tend to give. 😂

I’ve always been a little needy with my family—I love hard and want to love on everybody! Keeping pets around helped create balance in our home. Instead of giving ALL that attention to my humans, I always had a fur baby ready to receive it. 😂🐶🐱

Animals are comfort, companionship, therapy, and family. I love them, and they let me love them as much as I need to. ❤️🐾 by @eric_ahhs_life

I’ve always had cats or dogs in my life. I simply love loving animals. ❤️🐾

Their love is unconditional. They feel your energy, comfort you without needing words, and they don’t mind all the hugs, kisses, cuddles, and slightly suffocating attention I tend to give. 😂

I’ve always been a little needy with my family—I love hard and want to love on everybody! Keeping pets around helped create balance in our home. Instead of giving ALL that attention to my humans, I always had a fur baby ready to receive it. 😂🐶🐱

Animals are comfort, companionship, therapy, and family. I love them, and they let me love them as much as I need to. ❤️🐾 by @eric_ahhs_life

Stroke didn’t change my addiction to retail therapy. 😂🛍️

I’ve just had to learn to hold back a little… because as much as I LOVE shopping, I absolutely HATE returning packages! 📦🤣

So now I ask myself: Do I really want this… or do I just want the dopamine hit from clicking “Add to Cart”? 😭😂

Recovery may have changed a lot of things, but apparently my love language is still DELIVERED. 📦❤️ by @eric_ahhs_life

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🧠❤️ STROKE REBEL • NEUROPLASTICITY • RECOVERY

If you’re a stroke survivor interested in brain research, neuroplasticity and continued recovery, check out Linda Rådestad’s Stroke Rebel.

Linda and Arjan Kuipers of Brain Rehab have been an important part of my own learning about the brain and recovery. They helped reinforce something I continue to believe:

My recovery is not finished. My brain is still learning. 🧠💪🏽

Every repetition matters.
Every movement matters.
Every attempt matters.
Every day is another opportunity to challenge my brain and body.

🎧 Listen to the audiobook on YouTube:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfdR6x3CCokc&si=ow0MHlVcDvKEmEnm

🧠 Linda Rådestad / Stroke Rebel & Brain Rehab:
https://www.brain.rehab/

📖 Free Stroke Rebel audiobook:
https://www.brain.rehab/stroke-rebel-audio-book

Thank you Linda Rådestad — Stroke Rebel and Arjan Kuipers — Brain Rehab for sharing your knowledge and continuing to challenge the way we think about stroke recovery.

Progress over perfection. Inward and forward. 💜

#StrokeRebel #BrainRehab #Neuroplasticity #StrokeRecovery #BrainRecovery StrokeSurvivor NeverStopLearning by @eric_ahhs_life

Happy Sunday! 🙏🏽🌻

Today I hauled myself to church—and I’m so glad I did. I met three new women, and we exchanged contact information. Look at God helping me build community one connection at a time. ❤️

Then I treated myself to a mani-pedi 💅🏽, came home, warmed up my dinner, and settled in.

As a stroke survivor, some days simply getting myself up, dressed, out of the house, and into the world is a WIN. Today I did that—and even made some new friends along the way.

Thank you, God, for another Sunday, another opportunity, and another beautiful day of life. 🙏🏽

#HappySunday #StrokeSurvivor #Community #Faith #SelfCare Gratitude TogetherWeWIN by @eric_ahhs_life

Not for children. Please God ensure parents do not let my students follow my content. I am expressing myself creatively. Some content may be inappropriate for young adults WARNING: this reel life content contains Sex, smoking, and foul language. by @eric_ahhs_life

Hi I am Erica aka Caridad❤️. Thanks for following me. ❤️ I hope my “reel” life inspires somebody out there living with disability, trauma, or depression. I struggle with all three, and I’m learning that a good day doesn’t have to be an exciting day.

Today was a good day. I sat in silence. My parents visited. I enjoyed my backyard for a little while as I let my dogs out. I basically slept most of the day and shared my boring, uneventful life with all of you.

Because maybe we need to start seeing the blessings in having nothing to do. 🌻

Water the plants. 🪴
Feed the dogs. 🐾
Feed the fish. 🐠. Feed yourself❤️💛💙💚💜.
Rest. #strokesurvivor #strokerecovery #mentalhealth #healingjourney #strokejourney Pray. Breathe.
Practice self-care.

Sometimes an uneventful day is exactly the blessing we needed. 🙏🏽❤️ by @eric_ahhs_life

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