This space is built on respect, honesty, and care. Please keep these in mind: • Speak from your own experience. There’s no one right way to heal or move forward. • Be kind — to others and to yourself. Everyone here is carrying something unseen. • No medical advice, diagnoses, or absolutes. What works for one may not work for another. • No pressure to share. Listening is participating. • No spam, promotions, or fixing others. If something feels overwhelming, step back. The community will still be here when you return. We’re here to support — not rush — the comeback.

Welcome. There’s nothing you need to prove here. Just take this in at your own pace. Step 1 📌 Read the pinned Welcome to The Comeback Campfire post. Step 2 🎥 Watch the short Orientation Video to understand how this space works. Step 3 💬 When you’re ready, introduce yourself — or just read and listen. Both count. That’s it. You’re in the right place.

If you’re here, take a breath. You’re not behind. You’re not broken. And there’s nothing you need to prove here. This space exists for people rebuilding after a brain injury, trauma, burnout, or a major life disruption — especially those who look “fine” on the outside but know life now takes more effort, energy, and intention. I’m a TBI survivor myself — multiple surgeries, a slow rebuild from zero. That’s where my story starts. It’s not where yours has to. Whatever brought you here, you belong. ______________________________________________________________________________________ What this community is • A calm, supportive space • Built for clarity, not overwhelm • Focused on rebuilding confidence, momentum, and trust in yourself • Experience-first, pressure-free You do not need to fix yourself here. You do not need to keep up. You do not need to share anything you’re not ready to. ______________________________________________________________________________________ What this community is not • Not medical advice • Not hustle culture • Not toxic positivity • Not a place to compare recoveries Everyone’s path is different — and that’s respected here. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 🧭 START HERE (3 simple steps) 1️⃣ Watch the short orientation video (linked below) 2️⃣ Read the community guidelines 3️⃣ If you feel comfortable, introduce yourself — or simply observe. Both are welcome. There is no “right” pace. A final note from me Healing isn’t linear — but momentum is possible. You’re in the right place. Take your time. — Sandro