"The Smile On My Forehead" by Jennifer Mosher

How yoga can NOT wreck your body

2012-01-23T12:35:00.000-08:00

Check out my refute to the New York Times article about how yoga can "wreck" your body. It was written exclusively for BrainLine.org, a WETA website. www.BrainLine.org:READ IT HERE

25% off The Smile on My Forehead (great xmas gift)!

2011-11-23T11:48:00.000-08:00

Now through December 14th, buy my book at 25% off at www.Lulu.comClick here and use this Coupon Code at checkout: BUYMYBOOK305

Gabrielle Giffords: Just my thoughts.

2011-11-14T20:04:00.000-08:00

I watched ABC's 20/20 about Gabrielle Giffords, her journey with a traumatic brain injury, and I wanted to share my thoughts.Watching it was like watching a video of my own life at the hospital, 17 years ago. I remember ("remember" only after seeing video and pictures to jar my memory) being asked simple questions by my speech-therapist and not knowing how to formulate an answer. Just like

HELP Brain Injury Association thru Payroll Deduction

2011-10-20T13:45:00.000-07:00

Support BIAU through Community Shares of Utah . . . PLLLEEEEASSSE? Payroll deduction is such an easy way to give and the we could really use the help. The programs cost money and fundraising is difficult.Here is more info:Employee giving campaigns are in full swing. Through Community Shares of Utah, the Brain Injury Association of Utah (BIAU) is included in your annual payroll deduction

Stow speaks for first time since beating

2011-09-23T15:32:00.000-07:00

I just read an article that, Bryan Stow, a man trying to enjoy a baseball game, was brutally beaten outside the Dodger Stadium and received a severe brain injury.Who knows where I've been hiding, but I hadn't seen or heard anything about this on the news. My heart sinks any time I hear of anyone who sustains a Traumatic Brain Injury because I know what's in store for them. The article says that

Is lavender essential oil effective for people with Insomnia?

2011-09-20T19:33:00.000-07:00

Who would have thought that something so simple could help me so much?I'm a 100% believer in modern medicine, but I think a little help from alternative medicine will do no harm.I've heard of Essential Oils, but never gave them a second thought because . . . well, re-read first seven words in above sentence . . . I just think you need to first turn to the "proven" stuff.That being said, I think I

Me + Yoga = Feel Better (KSL article to prove it)

2011-08-01T10:56:00.000-07:00

Nkoyo Iyamba (KSL News Reporter) asked me if practicing Yoga has helped with Chronic Pain."YEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!" was my screaming answer. Read her article "Yoga moves ease chronic pain for crash victim" HERE for the entire story.

I wish I could post this on my forehead (next to my smile):

2011-07-30T14:55:00.000-07:00

Since my injury, my head feels like it's about to burst around large crowds (especially crowds of unfamiliar people), I struggle if more than one person is involved in my conversation, and sometimes I feel overly-sensitive to things that didn't bother me before.This bugs me.If only it were possible to make everyone who ever comes in contact with a TBI Survivor to read this: share because it

A new name for my smile . . .

2011-06-15T13:51:00.001-07:00

My heart melts as I remember a question that my sweet four-year-old nephew, Benjamin, asked me this past weekend:He was sitting on my lap, looking so cute that I almost took a bite of him. But, before I could do anything, I busted up laughing because he said, "Lemme see da scrape on your forehead." "I love that you called it a scrape!" I responded, still laughing."Well, das wat 'tis. Iss a scrape

You can now find my book for your KINDLE!!!

2011-05-28T14:22:00.000-07:00

If you have a Kindle, please check out my book at the Amazon Kindle Store!www.amazon.com

My SMILE will be at the Utah Festival of Books!!!

2011-05-20T15:38:00.000-07:00

The Smile on My Forehead: Memoir of My Life with a Brain Injury will be part of the Utah Festival of Books on Saturday, June 4th!I will be giving a 15 minute presentation at 10:45 a.m on the main oudoor stage outside the Wilkinson Center on the BYU campus, and then signing books from 11 a.m - 1:00 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to sell my books and also to educate more people about

Nutrition has long been investigated as a possible treatment for TBI

2011-04-23T14:38:00.000-07:00

The following article got me thinking, once again, about the importance of nutrition for a brain injury survivor. They are finding that good nutrition, especially high protein, will help in the very, very early stages of injury.Interesting because I am a HUGE cheerleader for good nutrition even decades after injury. When I eat better, my brain feels better!Read the article right HERE

Powerful Soul Surfer: all it takes is a little love

2011-04-14T20:55:00.000-07:00

I've only cried *EVER* in a few movies. The first was E.T. and the second was The Joy Luck Club. And the third was just a few days ago when I watched Soul Surfer.This movie is based on a true story about teenage surfer Bethany Hamilton who gets her arm chomped off by a 14-foot tiger shark. I cried during the movie not only because it's so inspirational, but because I could completely relate to

Physicians and TBI

2011-04-02T15:33:00.000-07:00

Here is a great, short video about an army physician who also sustained a Traumatic Brain Injury. Watch it HERE

It is possible to reclaim your brain!

2011-04-02T11:18:00.000-07:00

Do you want to learn the steps to take to reclaim your brain? Read a wonderful article HERE

Bookclub featuring "The Smile on My Forehead"

2011-03-20T21:28:00.000-07:00

People are reading my book as part of their book club, and then I join their meeting -- show a short video (of me in the hospital) and answer questions. It's a great way to spread the word and educate the community about Traumatic Brain Injury. So far, I've done one club, my next one is Tuesday, and another one in April.I anticipate more to come!

You can check out my book from the Salt Lake City Library!

2011-03-04T15:19:00.000-08:00

Finally, my book is available for check out at the Salt Lake City Library! You can also get it at the Orem Public Library.If you live in Salt Lake, want to read my book but haven't gotten around to ordering it or downloading it, go to http://www.slcpl.org/ and search for Jennifer Mosher or The Smile on My Forehead.(this is all thanks to Jerry Johnston's article "Utah author shares her story about

The Brain at The Leonardo - an event in SLC!!!

2011-03-01T12:16:00.000-08:00

Event: Leonardo After Hours: Are You Your Brain? Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2011 Time: 6:00 to 7:30 PM Place: The Leonardo Garage 375 North 500 West, Unit B, Salt Lake City Free appetizers and a cash bar Details: This Leonardo After Hours -- Are You Your Brain? -- will

My article in the Deseret News!

2011-02-26T18:28:00.000-08:00

"Never waste a tragedy," a friend of mine often says.That's the best one-liner from a February 18, 2011 article in Deseret News. Columnist Jerry Johnston wrote a wonderful piece about ME and MY BOOK. I am absolutely thrilled because he is a great writer with a very clear, slightly philosophical, voice. I love him!Click here to read this fantastic article.

Listen to me on the radio . . . again!!!

2011-02-17T19:29:00.000-08:00

Who's a fan of NPR??? Check me out Friday, Feb 18 on 90.1 Utah 11:00 am and 7:00 pm. Or stream it at www.kuer.org/radiowest "Life With a Brain Injury."GUESTS: Jennifer Mosher (TBI survivor); Laura Watson (TBI caregiver); Dr. Elie Elovic (University of Utah Brain Institute)We'll talk about the injury, the recovery process, the ongoing challenges of living with TBI (forgetfulness, sleep, fatigue)

Gabrielle Giffords: Reality Check!

2011-02-15T08:52:00.000-08:00