Part of Something Greater - Chris Wilder's Story - Part One

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke we spotlight guest Chris Wilder from Los Gatos, CA.  Chris learned to play the guitar in his teens.  In addition to his passion and diligent work ethic, he credits his fellow musicians as teachers and co-creators.  He learned at a young age what it feels like to work with others toward a common goal.  Chris has dedicated much of his professional life to non-profit organizations and was the Executive Director of the Valley Health Foundation in Silicon Valley when he suffered a stroke in 2021.  He now applies his life-lessons to stroke recovery.  Throughout his story, Chris discusses the importance of facing difficulties, connecting with supportive friends, and dedicating time to a purpose.  His story is entitled, “Part of Something Greater.”Mentioned Resources:Beyond Stillness: Stories After StrokeStroke Awareness Foundation of Santa Clara County, CASign up for the Fight Stroke Walk on May 4thFind the Nearest Stroke Center AppValley Medical FoundationValley Medical CenterLegally BlueSan Jose State University Occupational Therapy ProgramGolf 4 Life: Balancing Life After StrokeHeadspace Meditation AppCommunity Conversation Prompts:How do you stay motivated in difficult times?In what ways do you join with others to work toward something greater?Know the Signs, Save a Life - BEFASTB – Balance: Sudden loss of balance or coordinationE – Eyes: Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyesF – Face: Facial drooping or uneven smileA – Arms: Weakness or numbness in one armS – Speech: Slurred speech or difficulty speakingT – Time: Time to call 911 immediatelySupport a Stroke Survivor:Your gift sponsors a stroke survivor through our seven-week reflective story crafting journey.👉 Donate at beyondstillness.orgBeyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke is a nonprofit that empowers stroke survivors to articulate and publicly share their stories of wisdom, purpose, connection, and hope.Follow us: Instagram · Facebook · YouTube · beyondstillness.org#BeyondStillness #StrokeRecovery #StrokeSurvivor #StrokeStories #StrokeAwareness #Storytelling #StrokeSupport #Recovery #Resilience #Hope #Transformation #LifeAfterStroke #Inspiration #NarrativeIdentity #StorytellingHeals #RewritingMyStory #IdentityAfterStroke #PostTraumaticGrowth