Thank you, Stroke Onward, for sharing my story so thoughtfully.
Looking back at 2020, I never imagined how much my life would change. Aphasia took away something I once took for granted, my ability to communicate easily. There were moments of doubt, frustration, and even questioning myself.
But over time, I realised that healing does not come from blame. It comes from acceptance, reflection, and taking small steps forward each day.
Writing became that step for me. It gave me a voice when words felt out of reach. Through that process, I slowly began to rebuild not just communication, but also my identity.
I am also continuing to expand my voice by exploring new tools like AI audio through ElevenLabs to make my stories more accessible. A new audiobook, Brokenness Becomes Beautiful, will be available soon, and that feels especially meaningful to me as I continue finding new ways to connect, share, and be heard.
Thank you for helping to make these stories visible and for reminding stroke survivors that our voices still matter.
After a stroke in 2020, Terence’s life took an unexpected turn. With aphasia and emotional challenges, communication—and identity—felt uncertain.
But Terence didn’t stop there. Through writing, he found a new way forward. Today, he’s an author and advocate, using storytelling to share what recovery really looks like—honest, difficult, and full of possibility.
His work has even been recognized with nominations at the 2023 Singapore Book Awards, highlighting both his message and creativity.
Now, Terence is continuing to expand his voice—exploring new tools like AI audio through ElevenLabs to make his stories even more accessible.
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