We all worry , but after a stroke it may feel a lot worse. Have a look at the situation below and tap on the people to see what’s on their mind.
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Who I am | My worry |
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Granny | “I will never get to sleep tonight, this food will give me indigestion.” |
Mary (Mum) | “They all think I am fine, but I’m not. I need to get out of here, I can’t cope with all of this going on.” |
Julie (girl) | “Why is he always picking on me?” |
Callum (teenage boy) | “I’m dreading the exam results tomorrow.” |
Mike (Dad) who is texting on his phone | “I’ve got to sort the finances out by next week.” |
Waiter | “I wish this lot would hurry up. The next group are already here wanting the table.” |
Key point
![Portrait of Mary](https://www.selfhelp4stroke.org/wp-content/uploads/portrait_Mary.jpg)
Mary
Her way of coping is to leave the restaurant. She wants to escape and may avoid the situation in the future.
When we feel uncomfortable in situations it is a natural response to avoid them.