"All of us are healing together, each person's strength feeding the others." Roger thought he understood interdependence. A stroke in 2024, and the cancer behind it, showed him what he'd been missing. From the moment he regained consciousness, Roger's relationships shifted: a friend who sat quietly by his hospital bed, four guys sharing bibs and bad jokes at a rehab lunch table, fellas on paddle boards who trusted him with their truth, and ultimately his own family. Roger shares how he's learning and living the value of interdependence.

Community Conversation Prompt:

• What strength are you just starting to recognize in yourself?
• How might you share it with others?

Mentioned Resources:

• Destination Rehab
• Oregon Adaptive Sports
• St. Charles Health System
• Spokes Fighting Strokes

Our Publication Partner:

A special thank you to our Publication Partner, Summit Bank, Oregon's Business Bank — our independent community bank with deep roots right here in Oregon. Their Bend branch is just down the street from both Roger and me! Much like Beyond Stillness, Summit Bank believes in cultivating personalized relationships to empower people and make a difference. Giving back to the community is at the cornerstone of their mission. Visit - https://sbko.bank

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