S3E14: Getting Well Again: Recovery with Eric Kubeka, The Brain Barbarian

Making Headway

Introduction

Brain injury is uncharted territory for many, you included! Finding reliable help that, well, actually helps ,is daunting if not impossible to find. Eric Kubeka has been there. In his desperation to heal after a TBI he found functional medicine providers that actually helped his brain fog, memory issues, mental health challenges, etc. Eric has turned what he learned into a coaching business to help others find their way out of the dark and into their new selves. Join us today to learn more!

Summary

Eric Kubeka, a brain coach and TBI survivor, shares his journey of recovery from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and the strategies he used to improve his symptoms. He emphasizes the importance of addressing hormonal imbalances and working with a neuroendocrinologist to optimize hormone levels. Eric also discusses the role of natural supplementation, lifestyle changes, and exercise in his recovery. He highlights the need for personalized treatment plans and the challenges of navigating insurance coverage for specialized lab tests. Eric's story inspires hope and resilience in the face of brain injury. Eric Kubeka shares his journey of recovering from a traumatic brain injury and how he now helps others through his Brain Barbarians platform. He emphasizes the importance of adopting a warrior mindset and not succumbing to victimization. Eric offers personalized coaching to individuals, starting with a thorough understanding of their current situation and symptoms. He focuses on key areas such as sleep, stress levels, and relationships. Eric also discusses the significance of diet, exercise, and various therapies like hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, and peptides. He encourages meditation and gratitude practices for overall well-being.

Keywords

brain injury, recovery, TBI, traumatic brain injury, brain coach, hormonal imbalances, neuroendocrinologist, natural supplementation, lifestyle changes, exercise, insurance coverage, lab tests, brain injury, recovery, mindset, coaching, sleep, stress, relationships, diet, exercise, therapies, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, peptides, meditation, gratitude

Takeaways

· Addressing hormonal imbalances can be crucial for recovery from brain injury

· Working with a neuroendocrinologist who specializes in brain injury can provide personalized treatment plans

· Natural supplementation, lifestyle changes, and exercise can help improve symptoms

· Navigating insurance coverage for specialized lab tests can be challenging

· Adopting a warrior mindset is crucial in overcoming the challenges of brain injury and not falling into a victimization mindset.

· Personalized coaching can help individuals navigate the recovery process and achieve better outcomes.

· Key areas to focus on include sleep, stress levels, and relationships, as they play a significant role in brain injury recovery.

· Diet and exercise are important factors in brain injury recovery, and a balanced approach is recommended.

· Therapies such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, and peptides can be beneficial in accelerating brain injury recovery.

· Meditation and gratitude practices can help calm the nervous system and promote cellular repair in the brain and body.

Sound Bites

"I feel 99.5% better. I feel like I've figured it out."

"I'm four years out and I'm still struggling like a lot of us are."

"Anxiety, depression... it feels like it's coming out of nowhere."

"Now that I'm on this side of the fence, I would definitely do it again."

"You're a firecracker."

"It's about being a warrior, not taking on that victimization mindset."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Eric Kubeka's Story

03:23 The Impact of Brain Injury and the Need for Recovery Strategies

06:01 Challenges and Symptoms in Brain Injury Recovery

08:13 The Role of Hormonal Imbalances in Recovery

10:11 Working with a Neuroendocrinologist and Lifestyle Changes

15:27 Navigating Insurance Coverage for Lab Tests

19:05 The Importance of Brain Injury Coaching and Personalized Treatment

20:12 Embracing a Warrior Mindset

21:48 Personalized Coaching for Recovery

23:31 The Importance of Sleep

25:35 Exercise and its Role in Recovery

28:07 The Impact of Diet on Recovery

29:33 Exploring Therapies for Recovery

33:30 The Power of Meditation and Gratitude

Reach out to

Eric Kubeka on IG @brainbarbarians

Eric on You Tube https://www.youtube.com/@brainbarbarians?app=desktop

Eryn on IG @eryn_makingheadwaypodcast

Alison on IG @alison_maknigheadwayodcast

MHP on IG @makingheadwaypodcast

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