Let’s go for a walk
When Thomas unexpectedly suffered a stroke, he faced loss of mobility to his right-sided limbs. Let’s go for a walk is his account of the rehabilitation process to restore his mobility and return to active, independent living.
Through a programme of intensive physiotherapy, Thomas worked to regain his physical movement, rebuild his strength, and enhance his stamina. He wrote poetry to support his psychological wellbeing and embraced nature-based activities—sit spotting, forest bathing, walking and gardening—for spiritual sustenance to nurture a greater appreciation for life.
His journey of navigating a medical emergency with resilience and positive intent, supported by close family and friends, offers encouragement and hope to stroke survivors, trauma sufferers, and those entrusted with their care.
Front cover artwork: ‘My MAN(dala)’ by Slobodanka Graham
‘Let’s Go for a Walk’ by Thomas is available as an eBook from Amazon and as a print book directly from me.
When Thomas unexpectedly suffered a stroke, he faced the loss of mobility in his right-sided limbs. Let’s Go for a Walk is his deeply personal account of the rehabilitation process—an honest and hopeful reflection on restoring movement and reclaiming an active, independent life.
Through intensive physiotherapy, Thomas gradually rebuilt strength, stamina, and balance. He also turned to poetry to support his emotional recovery, and embraced nature-based practices—sit spotting, forest bathing, walking, and gardening—as a source of spiritual healing and renewed appreciation for life.
This inspiring journey of resilience and positive intent, supported by close family and friends, offers encouragement to stroke survivors, trauma sufferers, and the people who care for them.