Author name: Karen Selvage

I'm Karen, a stroke and cancer survivor, writer, and Christian housewife who believes in building resilience one step at a time. Through this blog, I share real stories of strength, faith, and personal growth to encourage others facing life's challenges. When I'm not writing, I love creating tools and resources that bring peace, order, and inspiration to everyday life.

Facing the world again after stroke rehab
Stroke

Facing the World Again After Stroke Rehab

The Day I Left Rehab The day I left the stroke rehab center, I began facing the world again. Everyone kept smiling and telling me how proud they were. The doors slid open, and suddenly there were no nurses, no therapy schedule, no safety net. Just me… and a world that had kept moving while … Read more

Stroke

Stroke Survivor Story: Emerging from the Abyss

Let’s be real, life can be tough, sometimes overwhelmingly so. This stroke survivor story isn’t just about what I lost, but about how I found purpose after everything fell apart. Before my stroke, I didn’t handle hard days well. By 9 AM, I was already ready for the day to end. I often slipped into … Read more

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