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One Breath at a Time This is the video that came from the newsletter I sent out (which I have posted below for context). It is a seated and very easy Qi Gong flow designed to help connect the breath to the body and help with healing and energy flow. All with one breath at a time! One breath at a time – lessons from the mountain Last Wednesday was my 9th wedding anniversary with Jess. Since that beautifully and memorable day, life has taken us on a journey neither of us could have predicted. We’ve climbed literal and metaphorical mountains together — and I mean that quite literally. In 2017, just 18 months into marriage, I suffered a stroke while hiking Table Mountain in South Africa. One moment I was standing in awe of the view of the sun hitting Devil’s Peak… the next, I was fighting to stay conscious, get down safely, and piece together what had just happened. That stroke — caused by a hidden AVM in my brain — changed everything. There were moments in recovery when I wondered what life would look like going forward. Would I walk properly again? Speak clearly? Be able to return to doing the physical work I knew? I vividly remember a few days after it happened I had very poor use of my right hand. I am right handed! A part of me mentally prepared for the new challenge of being a 'lefty'! But we kept going. One breath at a time. Friends and family came in close, people I did not know were so thoughtful, kind and generous. The low moment brought out the best in so many. And then — just as life had dropped us into a valley — it rose again. In 2020, our daughter Olive was born. In late 2022, her sister Lola arrived. Two beautiful, headstrong, joyful little souls/monkeys who fill our days with chaos and laughter. Our family is now four — five counting Boni, our very chilled out dog (chilled, unless cats are about!). Looking back, I see so clearly now: life is not a straight path. It climbs, it dips, it throws unexpected turns. But there is always a way forward — especially if you move gently, breathe deeply, and let the support in. So if you’re reading this and you're in the valley — recovering from a stroke, or illness, or grief, or anything else life has thrown at you — please take this to heart: 💛 You are not alone 💛 This moment does not define your future 💛 Recovery can begin with something as simple as one breath 💛 There is still so much life ahead To take things a step further, here are some lessons I learned from the mountain! Reflections From a Near-Death Experience The stroke gave me far more than it took away. Here are a few things it’s taught me: Health is your best insurance. I fully believe that being fit helped save my life — and made my recovery possible. Presence is everything. I remember the sun hitting Devil’s Peak just before the stroke. That moment of stillness stayed with me and became a kind of anchor. Gratitude is a practice. Seeing. Walking. Holding Jess’s hand. These things now feel like privileges, not givens. This is easy to forget! Very important to check in with on low days! Recovery is rarely linear — but it is possible. I was told I might never walk properly again. Two months later, I was hiking back here in Menorca. Progress happens in surprising ways. Support is everything. Jess, family, friends, nurses, physios — I’ll never forget their belief, patience and love. Belief is key. If you think you can, or think you cannot - you are right either way. Believe you can do it - whatever the situation. And if you're ready to begin, I’m thinking about creating a free gentle Qi Gong flow you can try from home — no equipment, no pressure, just breath and movement. A starting point for your own climb back (or for someone you know) If I get enough response I'll record it and send it back. Just respond to this email with the word BELIEF. Because the highs do return, if you believe that they can. One breath at a time. — Tom PS - This may not apply to you, however please share it with anyone you feel may gather value from the content. PPS Side note - having good travel health insurance was vital. I actually nearly cancelled it months before the fateful trip as I thought I was wasting money! My 16 days in a foreign hospital, the cost of flying a nurse from the UK to collect me and then both her and I flying back to the UK in business class, plus everything along the way was covered. Sadly Jess was not placed in business class, but her ticket was covered too. My insurance was through Barclays with a Travel Pack. My wise mum insisted I had it! She was smart :-) x