Life Happens… Navigating Cognitive Challenges with Compassion and Practical Tools
Life can change in an instant—through illness or injury. When it does, our brains often bear the brunt of the shift. That’s why the Life Happens… e-book series was created—to offer practical, compassionate guidance for anyone facing the cognitive challenges that can arise from these life events.
Each book in the series shines a light on a unique brain health journey, combining evidence-based strategies with relatable insights to support readers in building cognitive resilience and living more fully.
🌟 Life Happens… Chemobrain
The first installment, Life Happens… Chemobrain, is a thoughtful guide for those experiencing the cognitive fog that can come with and follow chemotherapy treatment. Readers will find support and strategies for challenges related to:
- Attention and focus
- Processing speed
- Mental fatigue
- Organization and memory
But this isn’t just about managing symptoms—it’s about building a personal cognitive toolkit. The book introduces the six pillars of brain health—a foundational framework for maximizing cognitive function and building brain reserve:
- Nutrition – Fuel your brain with foods that support healing and clarity.
- Physical Activity – Move your body to boost brain plasticity and energy.
- Stress Management – Use mindfulness to quiet the mind and calm the system.
- Restorative Sleep – Learn how quality rest contributes to cognitive restoration.
- Social Interaction – Reconnect with others to support emotional and brain health.
- Lifelong Learning – Keep your brain active and adaptable through new challenges.
Whether you’re in treatment, post-treatment, or supporting someone through it, Life Happens… Chemobrain provides the tools to move forward with confidence.
🧠 Life Happens… Concussion and Other Acquired Brain Injuries
The second book in the series, Life Happens… Concussion and Other Acquired Brain Injuries, focuses on navigating life after a brain injury—whether from a concussion, fall, accident, or other event.
Cognitive challenges such as memory loss, difficulty concentrating, mental fatigue, and slowed thinking can feel overwhelming. But recovery is possible, and this guide walks you through every step of the process with clarity and compassion.
You’ll find powerful strategies to:
- Improve memory and focus
- Manage cognitive energy and avoid burnout
- Build daily routines that support healing
- Adapt to a new normal while regaining control of your life
This book also reinforces the six essential brain health pillars, tailoring them specifically to brain injury recovery:
- Nutrition: Support brain repair through targeted nourishment
- Restorative Sleep: Reclaim restful nights to support daytime function
- Physical Activity: Use movement to stimulate healing and resilience
- Stress Management: Learn calming strategies to reduce overload
- Mental Stimulation: Train your brain with cognitive workouts
- Social Connection: Build your support network for emotional and cognitive strength
Whether you’re early in recovery or navigating long-term effects, Life Happens… Concussion and Other Acquired Brain Injuries is your go-to resource for reclaiming cognitive clarity and building a brain-healthy life.
💡 The Life Happens… Series is more than just information—it’s about empowerment, support, and community. Whether you’re facing cancer-related cognitive changes or brain injury recovery there’s a place for you here.
Learn more and explore the full series—because when Life Happens…, you deserve strategies that work and support that lasts.
