Chapter 28: A Confession in Recovery – “Books, Distant Friends of Knowledge”

The weather is gradually warming up now. I used to keep the house boiler on high because of the cold, but now I can open the windows for fresh air. I see more people outside, often noticing those exercising near my home. It seems the time has come for me to slowly start exercising too. … 더 읽기

Chapter 27: A Confession in Recovery – “Wernicke’s Aphasia, and Hope for Recovery”

I’ve been studying Broca’s aphasia. The more I learn, the more aspects I still don’t understand. So, to better grasp Broca’s aphasia, I wanted to also look into Wernicke’s aphasia, which is related to it. Although there are many other types of aphasia besides these two, I was told that Broca’s and Wernicke’s aphasia are … 더 읽기

Chapter 26: A Confession in Recovery – “Broca’s Aphasia, and My Understanding”

They tell me I’m closer to having Broca’s aphasia. Of course, I still don’t fully understand it. But since my wife says so, I figure it must be true. At first, I couldn’t grasp what this term, ‘Broca’s aphasia,’ meant. My main thought was, ‘What good will understanding it do? I just want to study … 더 읽기

Chapter 25: A Confession in Recovery – “Words Lost in Memory, and a Wife’s Patience”

Many people keep talking to me. I seem to be speaking, but I can’t quite remember what I’ve said. People tell me I spoke… I’m grateful. I vaguely recall struggling with Broca’s aphasia and Wernicke’s aphasia. I kept asking my wife, and she kindly explains, “This is Broca’s aphasia, and this is Wernicke’s aphasia.” Then … 더 읽기

Chapter 23: A Confession in Recovery – “An Inconvenient Daily Life, Yet Precious Connections Continue”

While I’m home, people often contact me. I could go meet them, but then my wife would have to come along. I think it’s something I can do on my own, but my parents come to watch, or my wife has to record my condition and stay by my side. I believe I can manage … 더 읽기

Chapter 20: A Confession in Recovery – “A Warm Heart, The Power That Sustains Life”

Without a warm heart, I probably would have ended my own life. When I was first injured, I thought it would heal naturally over time, like any leg injury. But my head was different. It was truly strange. When things didn’t work out no matter how hard I tried, all my thoughts would vanish. People … 더 읽기

Chapter 19: A Confession in Recovery – “Two Gifts for Recovery: Money and a Warm Heart”

I’ve finally returned home and slowly started studying. I’m trying to prepare for and follow the various learning programs the hospital recommended. The frustration of not being able to speak properly still lingers. I often wonder when I’ll be able to speak freely again, like before. At first, I thought it would get better naturally … 더 읽기

Chapter 18: A Confession in Recovery – “Home, and a Renewed Heart”

I’ve finally arrived home. The fact that I’m home with my children fills me with so much happiness. My mom, dad, and even my in-laws all gathered and we talked together as a family. Of course, the children were incredibly excited that Dad was back home. They don’t quite understand yet how seriously I was … 더 읽기

Chapter 17: A Confession in Recovery – “Christmas, the Gift of a Miracle of Life”

It was a very cold day, with Christmas just around the corner. I’m usually sensitive to the cold, but that day I felt particularly unwell. It was the day I had promised to eat and play games with my children, and they were surprised. I was speaking strangely, unlike my usual self, and soon I … 더 읽기

Chapter 11: A Confession in Recovery – “I’ve Arrived at My Mother-in-Law’s House”

I’ve left the hospital. On my way home, I stopped by my mother-in-law’s house. Stepping out of the familiar hospital room into a new space feels both strange and exciting. It’s truly wonderful to see all my family. My mom and dad, my mother-in-law, father-in-law, my brother-in-law, sister-in-law, and my beloved children—just seeing these precious … 더 읽기