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The Harkins Method™ Signature Gait-Training Belt
Built for stability. Designed for recovery.
A custom, padded gait-training belt designed to improve stability, comfort, and control during standing and walking.
It supports both the survivor and the caregiver with a secure, structured fit.
Made to order for pediatric and adult clients navigating TBI, stroke, cerebral palsy, and neurological recovery.
One Golden Nugget™: A Library of Wisdom for Neuro Recovery
Your story has power. Your wisdom can change someone’s journey.
"True strength is not found in avoiding the fall, but in knowing that you carry the internal blueprint to rebuild your mind, your brain, and your body—stronger than before—after any setback.”
A One Golden Nugget™ is a single piece of insight, truth, or guidance gained through your neurorecovery journey—something you wish you knew sooner or something that helped you rise.
This is your opportunity to pay it forward.
By sharing your One Golden Nugget™, you are contributing to a growing Library of Wisdom—a digital collection of lived experience from survivors, caregivers, and leaders in neurorehabilitation.
Your words will not only support others walking this path, but may also be featured in the upcoming Pocket of Wisdom book sold on Amazon.
Together, we are building something greater than recovery.
We are building a legacy of knowledge, hope, and transformation.
👉 Share your One Golden Nugget™ and be part of the movement:
https://onegoldennugget.com/shawnee/
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Co-Author of How To Survive and Thrive with Joe Foster
Today, I am honored to announce the release of How To Survive and Thrive: Special Edition, where I stand alongside Joe Foster, Founder of Reebok, and an extraordinary group of leaders who have transformed adversity into purpose.
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How To Survive and Thrive:
The Most Influential Leaders in Neuro Rehabilitation
AS FEATURED IN EXECUTIVE EXCELLENCE MAGAZINE
Executive Excellence Magazine has recognized Shawnee Harkins as one of the most influential leaders in neurorehabilitation, highlighting her work with The Harkins Method™, and The Harkins Project VRx™.
Read Full Interview Here
https://theexecutiveexcellence.com/the-most-influential-leaders-in-neuro-rehabilitaion/
CREA Global Awards 2026
Recognized by Brainz Magazine for Leadership, Innovation, and Global Impact
I am deeply honored to be recognized as a 2026 CREA Global Award Honoree by Brainz Magazine, an international recognition celebrating entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders whose vision, creativity, innovation, and leadership are creating meaningful impact around the world.
This recognition reflects my continued commitment to advancing brain health optimization, neurorehabilitation, and The Harkins Method™ through neuroscience, innovation, and human-centered care.
🔗 View my Brainz Magazine Executive Contributor profile and CREA Global Award recognition:
https://www.brainzmagazine.com/executive-contributor/shawnee-harkins
brainz magazine feature interview
I’m honored to be featured in Brainz Magazine, where I share my recovery journey to serving others.
This interview reflects the heart behind my work, The Harkins Method™, and the future we are building through The Harkins Project VRx™—bringing immersive, accessible, and scalable brain health solutions to individuals around the world.
Read the full feature below.
Harkins' Named Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine
Recognized internationally for her work in neuroplasticity, traumatic brain injury & stroke recovery
Shawnee Harkins, CEO and neuroperformance strategist, has been appointed Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, contributing global thought leadership in neuroplasticity, TBI recovery, stroke rehabilitation, and immersive neurotechnology innovation.
🔗 View her contributor profile:
https://www.brainzmagazine.com/executive-contributor/shawnee-harkins
Mirror Review Magazine
Top Business Women Leaders 2026 | Neurotech Pioneer
Shawnee Harkins is recognized for her groundbreaking work in neurorehabilitation and brain health. Her journey of surviving multiple TBIs led to the creation of the Harkins Method™, a personalized, drug-free system accelerating recovery from TBI, concussion, and stroke.
A one-on-one, personalized neuro fitness training program available in-person and
virtually, designed for individuals recovering from TBI, stroke, and concussion. This program bridges the gap between traditional rehab and long-term functional recovery, integrating neuroplasticity-driven exercise, brain health coaching, and emotional resilience training.
A membership-based online community for TBI, concussion, and stroke survivors and their caregivers. This platform provides education, empowers, and motivates our members to start the right plan, the right program, and the right support system to fast-track their recovery.
A virtual reality based neuro rehabilitation to bring AI-driven, immersive neuroplasticity therapy to survivors at scale. Involving virtual neuroplasticity driven workouts and cognitive training with scalable solutions for TBI, stroke, PTSD and neurodegenerative conditions.
How Neuro Fitness Transforms lives
Concussion Box Org Podcast
Shawnee Harkins, Founder of The Harkins Method, was featured on Concussion Box sharing her personal recovery from three traumatic brain injuries and her work in neuro-fitness and brain health. In the episode, she explores neuroplasticity, the mind–brain–body connection, and how combining neuroscience with mindset and faith can fast-track healing for TBI, concussion, and stroke survivors.
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Bind Waves Podcast
Shawnee Harkins, Founder of The Harkins Method™, was featured on Bind Waves sharing her personal journey of surviving three traumatic brain injuries and how that journey led to the creation of a neuroplasticity-driven, drug-free neuro-fitness system for recovery. In the episode, Shawnee discusses the mind–brain–body connection, rebuilding cognitive and physical function, and how The Harkins Method™ helps survivors of concussion, TBI, and stroke reset their lives and reclaim their identity.
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