The Rhythm of Recovery: Why You Feel "Disconnected" After Surgery. 

Have you had heart surgery, only to find that while your "plumbing" is mended, your mind feels like it’s still buffering? You’re not alone. Many survivors experience "Pumphead" (Post-Perfusion Syndrome), that strange sense of brain fog, anxiety, or detachment that hits after cardiopulmonary bypass.

In this episode, we’re looking at the medical side of PPS, but we’re also exploring a fascinating, holistic perspective: the "Magnetic Field Theory." We’ll discuss how the heart and brain work as a unified electromagnetic system and why a temporary "desynchronization" might be at the root of your symptoms.

Whether you’re in the thick of recovery or supporting a loved one, this episode offers a gentle roadmap back to yourself. We’ll cover:

• The Physical Reality: Why the bypass machine can leave us feeling "off."
• The Heart-Brain Handshake: Understanding the heart as your body’s Master Oscillator.
• Restoring the Rhythm: Practical, somatic, and gentle ways to help your heart and brain sync back up.

Mentioned in this episode:

• My previous article: Pumphead: Is That A Thing? 
• Trailer for Andrew Pike's Film: Pumphead. For more information about the film, this is his website. 

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Getting to know Sallie Crawley
Survivorship after a heart attack or cardiac surgery can be challenging. You can rebuild the puzzle of your life and thrive. It takes one beat at a time and the support of people who have had similar experiences. You are not alone. Join me and other hearties in the My Heart & Mind Community, you'll get a warm welcome. You can also visit my website www.myheartandmind.co.uk. 

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