Episode 127: Beyond the Plateau: Mindfulness in Aphasia Recovery – A Conversation with Lori Gray

11/06/2025 47 min
Episode 127: Beyond the Plateau: Mindfulness in Aphasia Recovery – A Conversation with Lori Gray

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Episode Synopsis

Dr. Katie Strong has a conversation with Dr. Lori Gray about her work which focuses on mindfulness and aphasia. During this episode you will • Learn how mindfulness practices can help manage daily communication challenges including neuro fatigue, word-finding difficulties, and the frustration that comes with living with aphasia. • Discover why recovery "plateaus" should be reframed as "nonlinear pause points" and how challenging traditional beliefs about recovery limitations can open new possibilities for continued growth. • Hear about an adapted Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program for stroke survivors and the positive outcomes from Dr. Gray's pilot study, including improved sleep, reduced stress, and enhanced quality of life. • Experience a guided mindfulness practice designed specifically for people affected by aphasia and learn practical ways to integrate mindfulness into both daily life and clinical practice.

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