Notes From The Heart
Just Had a Heart Attack? Your First 72 Hours: What to Know
So, you've just had a heart attack. First off, congratulations on making it through what was undoubtedly an unwelcome plot twist in your life's story. While you might be feeling a bit like a deflated balloon at a party no one wanted to attend, this isn't the end of...
“What They Don’t Tell You About Life After a Heart Attack: Guilt, Grief, and the Fight for Hope”
Last night, I had one of those evenings that fills you up and empties you out in equal measure. I was surrounded by some of my closest friends. Good people. The sort of friends you laugh with, trust with your secrets, and lean on in hard times. We had a proper night...
Why Every Heart Attack Survivor Needs a Recovery Journal
When you've had a heart attack, everything changes. Your routines, your priorities, your confidence, and even your sense of identity can be thrown into turmoil. It's not just a physical recovery — it's emotional, mental, and spiritual. While medication, diet, and...
Change or Else: The Unfunny Truth About Life After a Heart Attack
So. You’ve had a heart attack. Let’s get the pleasantries out of the way: I’m glad you’re still here. Truly. That makes two of us. But now that we’ve both stared death in the face and backed away slowly like we accidentally walked into the wrong funeral, it’s time to...
Blood Pressure Monitors That Actually Work (Without Breaking the Bank)
Monitoring your blood pressure at home shouldn’t feel like a chore—or cost an arm and a leg. But with so many devices out there, how do you know which ones are accurate, reliable, and affordable? This guide dives into five excellent blood pressure monitors, offering...
My Daily Heart-Healthy Meal Plan (With Free Download)
If you’ve had a heart attack or are living with heart disease, you already know: what you eat matters. A lot. But eating for your heart doesn’t mean living on lettuce or giving up flavour. In fact, it can be colourful, comforting, and incredibly satisfying. This...
Why Recovery After a Heart Attack Isn’t a Straight Line – And That’s OK
Let’s get one thing straight from the start: recovering after a heart attack isn’t some perfect, uphill climb to glory. It’s messy. It’s frustrating. It’s confusing. One day you feel like you’ve got your life back, the next you’re breathless after walking up the...
Why I Created My Own Heart Health Tracker (Free Download Inside)
When I had my heart attack, I didn’t see it coming. Like many people, I’d ignored the little signs—the occasional shortness of breath, a tiredness I chalked up to age, the few too many indulgent meals, and a calendar too full to allow rest. I was “busy, not sick.”...
How I Track My Blood Pressure, Weight and Cholesterol Without Using an App
In an age where every aspect of our lives seems to require a smartphone app, it might surprise you to learn that I track my blood pressure, weight, and cholesterol without using one. No app downloads, no forgotten passwords, no annoying notifications—just a...
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Leaving the Hospital After My Heart Attack
When I was wheeled out of the hospital after my heart attack, I thought the hardest part was over. I was wrong. Sure, the immediate danger had passed. The doctors had done their part—cleared the blockage, stabilised me, and put me on the necessary meds. But as I sat...
What to Expect After a Heart Attack: Real Advice From Someone Who’s Been There
What to Expect After a Heart Attack: Real Advice From Someone Who’s Been There Let me start by saying this: if you’ve just had a heart attack, I’m genuinely sorry you’re here reading this. But I’m also very glad you are here. Because that means you survived. And...
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