Bouncing Forward with Amy Purdy

3: Why I Embrace the Worst-Case Scenario


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We hang on to things that they may not be right for us just to avoid the worst case scenario. But sometimes it’s the very thing we’re holding onto that is holding us back and it’s the worst-case scenario that we need to actually bounce forward.

In this episode of Bouncing Forward, I share an amazing thing I learned from my latest surgery: Sometimes the worst-case scenario is actually the best-case scenario. I also discuss the amazing adaptability of the human body and how having spiritual faith provides us with strength and comfort.

What I discuss:

[02:10] My grandfather passing as I’m going into surgery

[03:46] Connecting with my grandfather as I head into surgery

[04:59] My realization post-surgery on the “worst-case scenario”

[09:07] The incredible adaptability of the human body

[12:13] What I learned about being afraid of a change

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