Healing Into Possibility. The Transformational Lessons of a Stroke. Shapiro, Alison Bonds

'Healing into Possibility' is an amazing account of one woman's experience as she slowly became aware of the extent of her disabilities and the lessons that the stroke taught her about recovery and life in any circumstances. It's not what happens that makes the difference. How we work with what happens changes everything. The choices we make when we encounter a difficult situation determine the rest of our lives. When we understand what it takes to make skillful choices, we can work with any problem. The book also explores the amazing regenerative powers of the brain, explaining neuroplasticity. As Shapiro learned, new pathways can be developed, demonstrating that no matter our age, we can learn and develop our skills. The book relates a story of discovery, the story of one woman's dawning understanding of the impact of the choices she makes in response to a devastating injury. The lessons Alison conveys are based firmly in Buddhist principles, and the stories she shares are touching and inspiring. They apply to many aspects of our lives, and should have universal appeal while being particularly meaningful to anyone suffering after a stroke.

Paperback

224 pages