Thursday eveing meets

Tonight's gathering was fairly blissful. The warmth of the sun accompanied by the fresh spring air was pleasant, winter has completely passed. People riding their bikes, walking their dogs, and the sun has yet to set over the mountains. It's a nice change of pace, compared to having street lamps turn on but a few hours after noon. Instead of getting dark at five o'clock, night falls closer to 8:00 PM. We talked about keeping busy and preoccupying ourselves as a coping strategy. Once that was discussed, along with other topics, we changed gears and made future plans.

Hope and Relief

There are quite a few modalities that are offered today, in the world of TBI. Many means and measures are now available to the masses that were not around ten years go. Ranging from online support groups to physical manipulation of the body, such as massage and chiropractic care. Spreading awareness and reaching out a sympathetic hand from diverse forms of social mediums to let you know, you are not alone. As well as being resourceful and well informed, there is comfort to be found in the online community. Kindness and strength is offered along with information many seek.Food for thought.

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Thursday Evening Meets

TBIAlive! meets every Thursday evening at a Starbucks located in Denver, Colorado. These weekly meets gives anyone within the group a chance to ask questions or concerns that they have and are looking for help or an input from another perspective.

At tonight's meet we welcomed a new member to the group. As unfortunate as he was to have experienced TBI like so many of us, he is not alone. We conversed over beverages inside the Starbucks, as became the custom. The subject of letting the past be the past and to keep moving forward was pretty much the topic of tonight. The whole night however wasn't completely serious and heavy. There were talks of sports and lighthearted themes.

A couple of the members were praising one member for the success he has made with his new life, in meeting new people. One member talked about how his family no longer resides in Denver but they still keep in touch. Multiple conversation tend to meld into one, once a subject comes up where everyone interjects, because they have an insightful piece of information to add.

There is always something to talk about at our Thursday evening meets and a sympathetic ear if one is needed. It is not our place to judge but share compassion. Whether it's sharing resources or just having someone to talk to, we are here for one another.

By survivors for survivors

If your life has been affected in any way that connects you to TBI ( a traumatic brain injury ). Whether it may be yourself or some one you care for, you are not alone. TBIAlive! is a Colorado based organization created by Matthew Reilly. A survivor from Alaska who forged a community that harbors those who have been unfortunate enough to have crossed paths with TBI. Keeping hope alive and helping one-another reintegrate. There are many activities the organization engages in both physical and relaxed, like just conversing over coffee. 

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