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Home » Finding Confidence After Concussions (with Allison Cook | Miss Oregon USA)

Finding Confidence After Concussions (with Allison Cook | Miss Oregon USA)

November 19, 2021 by Cristabelle Braden Leave a Comment

Today we're kicking off Season 2 of Hope Survives | Brain Injury Podcast with five time concussion survivor and Miss Oregon USA, Allison Cook, on finding confidence and knowing your worth. We talk about coping with symptoms, overcoming imposter syndrome, the invisible injury, and more!

Season 2 - Episode 1

Listen below or on your mobile device by subscribing on podcast platforms!

EPISODE NOTES

0:00 Intro

1:41 Welcome to Season 2

9:24 Introducing Allison

12:39 Allison’s Concussion Journey

15:59 Coping with Symptoms

19:18 Invisible Injury 

23:07 Imposter Syndrome Post-TBI

26:24 Confidence in Sharing Your Story

30:05 Dealing with Criticism & Misunderstandings

34:06 Comparison

39:16 You Matter

43:33 Words of Hope

MEET OUR GUEST:

Allison Cook is a five time concussion survivor who passionately advocates for Brain Injury Awareness and inspires others to become the “champion” of their lives. In 2016, she graduated Cum-Laude from Oregon Tech and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Radiologic Sciences. Now traveling all over the country as a Clinical Imaging Specialist for GE Healthcare, Allison trains physicians and other medical professionals how to use fluoroscopic X-Ray Equipment. Three time Miss Oregon currently preparing for the Miss USA 2021 Pageant, Allison fully embraces the Oregon state motto “Alis Volat Propriis" - she flies with her own wings! Follow along with all of her “Tall Traveling Woman” adventures at @allisonecook or allisoncook.com.

ABOUT CRISTABELLE:

Cristabelle Braden is an award winning singer/songwriter, keynote speaker, podcast host, brain injury survivor & advocate.

@cristabellebraden | facebook.com/cristabellebraden | cristabellebraden.com

About This Podcast

Have you or a loved one experienced a traumatic brain injury, stroke, concussion, or ABI? This podcast is for you. Sharing hope, support, and education for brain injury survivors, caregivers, and families. Hosted by award-winning TBI survivor, advocate, and singer/songwriter Cristabelle Braden, this is an uplifting podcast to bring hope to your darkest days. Subscribe and stay tuned for messages of encouragement, interviews with professionals, and survivor stories.

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Thank you to Council on Brain Injury for supporting this podcast by providing a microphone as part of their grant program to the brain injury community. Check out the amazing work done by CoBI at: councilonbraininjury.com


This podcast is for education and informational purposes only, and not intended for medical advice. If you need specific medical advice, please consult your physician.

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