Mimi Hayes
Author | Comedian | Advocate | Stroke Survivor
About
Mimi Hayes is a New York-based comedian and author of "I'll Be OK, It's Just a Hole in My Head." A former high school teacher and brain injury survivor, Hayes wrote her first memoir while recovering from a traumatic head injury at the age of twenty-two. Her honest take on trauma and love followed her to the stage as a stand-up comedian where she has performed on stages such as Denver Comedy Works, Broadway Comedy Club, Stand Up NY, Caroline's, Dangerfield's, and The Upright Citizen’s Brigade. She debuted her one-woman show "I'll Be OK" at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She is writing a TED Talk as well as a TV adaptation of the book. Catch "Mimi and The Brain," her comedic neuroscience podcast available on all streaming devices. You can cyberstalk her at mimihayes.com, follow her on Twitter and Instagram (@mimihayesbrain), or send her a carrier pigeon.
Workshops
Self-Care
Workshop Description
Self-care is really hard, especially for brain-injury survivors. Take it from Mimi, she taught high-schoolers after her brain exploded! No matter what stage of recovery you are at post-injury, this class will help you take a step back and truly assess what you need to be healthy and happy. With simple tactics, self-reflection, and guided activities like meditation, cooking, and more, Mimi will help you take back control of your life and get your self-care game on point!