ES🍝 034: Stroke Victim Speaks, A Son's Return, and A Kid’s Big Hearted Move

What’s up legend?! We’ve got some gems and good news for you to help you close out the week on a high note in this edition of Extra Sauce ⬇️

• A woman speaks for the first time in 18 years, a son is reunited with his mom 4 decades later, and a young boy saves money to help those in need

• Our expert’s picks of the week

• A note from Minaa on embracing boredom

• From Hollywood to Motherhood: Heather Brooker's Empowering Tale from our mental health podcast Off The Cuff with Danny LoPriore 🎙

• After suffering a stroke in 2005, Ann Johnson was left severely paralyzed and unable to speak. But thanks to technology developed by UC San Francisco and UC Berkeley, Ann has spoken for the first time in 18 years using brain signals and AI. This new technology is 75% faster than previous technologies and is placed on the brain surface connected to speech and language. This is an amazing progression for technology, and we hope to see more of this to help Ann and others regain their speech 👏 

• It had been 42 years since María Angélica González saw her son, Jimmy, who was stolen in Chile and illegally adopted out to an American couple. Maria and her son shared an emotional reunion where Jimmy was able to tell her, “I love you very much.” This story goes to show that a mother’s love for her child never stops, no matter the time or distance ❤️

• A 5-year-old boy in Seattle, Edison, recently set up a lemonade stand to help Maui wildfire victims. After serving over 200 customers and his parents matching the donations, Edison raised $16,500 for the Maui community fund. Edison’s kind heart and passion for helping others are already showing at such a young age – we could all learn from him! 🍋 💜 

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Discover the power of self-care and community care with Minaa B., 1AND1's Chief Behavioral Officer and licensed therapist, as she shares actionable tips in "Minaa's Minute" each week — check it out below!

On S3 EP 12, Danny is joined by Heather Brooker, an award winning actor, comedian, and journalist, seen on NBC, ABC, Netflix, Disney, TNT and more! On her Webby winning podcast called Motherhood in Hollywood, she shares how she dealt with the reality of parenting, navigated unconventional atmospheres, and developed resilience to get through the most challenging career circumstances. Her life experiences allow her to connect with others, encourage them to continue their journeys, and be proud and open about their accomplishments. She’s appeared in over 40 films and TV shows including Grey’s Anatomy, The Office, and more.

Tune in to hear an empowering message from Heather as she shares things she’s learned along the way that will help you conquer whatever is keeping you from living your best life!

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