Imagine waking up completely paralyzed, unable to speak, and told you have less than a 1% chance of survival. At just 32 years old, Brisa Alfaro faced this unthinkable reality after suffering a rare brain stem stroke that left her withLocked-In Syndrome.
Brisa’s story is one of grit, faith, and unstoppable determination. From being trapped inside her own body to regaining her independence, she has transformed her paininto a mission—empowering others to make small, consistent moves toward massive life change.
Through her book Limitless: Small Moves to Your Greatest Life after a Paralyzing Stroke and her powerful #PinkyMoves movement, Brisa inspires stroke survivors, trauma warriors, and anyone feeling “locked in” by life’s circumstances. Her core belief? Small moves lead to big results.
This episode is not just about stroke recovery—it’s about reclaiming your power, mastering your mindset, and never giving up hope. Whether you’re battling physical recovery, emotional challenges, or life setbacks, Brisa’s message willinspire you to take that first small step toward freedom.
🎙 About Brisa Alfaro:
• Stroke Survivor & Locked-In Syndrome Overcomer
• Author of Limitless: Small Moves to Your Greatest Life after a ParalyzingStroke
• Creator of the #PinkyMoves Movement
• Inspirational Speaker & Mental Recovery Coach
• Advocate for stroke awareness and mindset mastery
📚 Learn more: https://www.begreaterofficial.com#BrisaAlfaro#PinkyMoves #Limitless #StrokeSurvivor #LockedInSyndrome #StrokeAwareness#SmallMovesBigResults #Motivation #MindsetShift #OvercomingTrauma#Neuroplasticity #Inspiration
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