Ted Baxter, a health advocate and author of "Relentless," shares his transformative journey after surviving a massive stroke at just 41. He discusses the initial misdiagnoses and the emotional complexities of recovery, highlighting resilience and informed decision-making. Baxter explains how the experience reshaped his perspective on success and the importance of support systems. He offers valuable advice for others facing similar health challenges, emphasizing the power of perseverance and the incredible capacity for personal growth after adversity.
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Ted's Stroke Story
Ted Baxter, at 41, had a stroke after a business trip, losing language and control of his right side.
Initially, doctors misdiagnosed his stroke as a seizure, delaying treatment.
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Misdiagnosis
Baxter had a right shin DVT (blood clot) and a PFO (hole in the heart), contributing to his stroke.
Doctors initially suspected a seizure or heart attack, delaying the correct diagnosis and treatment.
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Acceptance and Recovery
Accept limitations after a life-altering event to accelerate recovery.
Baxter's recovery progressed significantly after acknowledging he couldn't return to his high-pressure finance job.
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In this book, Tim S. Grover reveals what it takes to achieve total mental and physical dominance. He breaks down the essential traits shared by the most intense competitors and achievers in sports, business, and all walks of life, known as 'The Relentless 13.' Grover shows how to trust your instincts, get in the Zone, control and adapt to any situation, and find your opponent’s weakness and attack. The book is packed with previously untold stories and unparalleled insight into the psyches of the most successful athletes of our time, demonstrating how even the best can get better.
Writer and health advocate Ted Baxter talks with Recode's Kara Swisher about his book, Relentless: How a Massive Stroke Changed My Life for the Better. Baxter, a former managing director at the hedge fund Citadel, had the stroke when he was only 41, and recounts how doctors initially misdiagnosed his symptoms; he also discusses the recovery process, which accelerated after he accepted that he couldn't return to his investing job, and shares advice for people who have recently experienced a stroke or other life-changing event themselves.
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