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  Fear has kept me safe on many occasions. Whether it is waiting for the walk signal at a crosswalk or even resisting the urge to load more plates on the barbell, fear of physical harm and self-preservation have served me well. But what happens when fear precipitates self-destructive behavior, blocks the acceptance of grace, or simply tempers joy? And perhaps even more problematic: what if the fear is imagined or of harm to the ego?

The 2025 edition marked BIANH’s 41st gathering focused on “Brain injury and stroke support, prevention, education, and advocacy for survivors and caregivers.”

I can only imagine Ann’s thoughts after we left. A recently opened pet store proprietor following an unsolicited visit from some guy accompanied by his obviously physically injured son claiming to be the founder of a large animal nutrition company!

I hope readers don’t find this latest post completely self-congratulatory. In fact, if anything I want to acknowledge the amazing work done by the ThinkFirst organization. Facilitating ThinkFirst’s great work is the NH Chapter Director Zoe McLaen and some amazing OT’s from Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network who present along with me!

Regardless, as I drove down the road a couple of days ago I had to recognize how far I’ve come. Although, I seem to forget how to do most household things and certainly laundry on the 3 hour flight down here!

It has been a blessing in my life to be part of a company going from zero existing revenue with no products offered to who we are today; a committed team with a robust product line that’s given over $3.7 million dollars to improving lives over the last ten years.