Key Takeaways from This Episode:

• The Power of Cause and Effect: Discover how one decision can change the course of your life forever. Our guest’s story of drink driving and its devastating consequences is a powerful reminder of this principle.
• Transformation Through Adversity: Learn about the 20-year journey of recovery, from relearning basic skills to redefining identity after a life-altering disability.
• Living with Intention and Action: Hear about the importance of seizing opportunities (occasion) and staying grounded (restraint) to harness your inner power and let your authentic self shine.
• From Addiction to Empowerment: Understand how our guest turned their life around, moving from the depths of addiction to becoming a public speaker, blogger, and author.
• Detaching from Limiting Identities: Gain insights into the process of letting go of labels that make us feel vulnerable, and embracing a new, empowered self.
• Promoting Disability Awareness: Be inspired by the newfound purpose in advocating for disability rights and helping others through similar journeys.

Curiosities to Spark Your Interest:

• Relearning Life: Imagine having to relearn how to eat, walk, talk, and understand emotions. This episode dives into what that experience is like.
• Balancing Recovery and Wisdom: Discover how our guest balances ongoing recovery with the wisdom gained from their experiences.
• Strength in Vulnerability: Learn how embracing vulnerability can lead to discovering inner strength and resilience.
• The Role of Audiobooks and Research: Find out how continuous learning through audiobooks and research has played a crucial role in our guest’s transformation.

Why You Should Listen:This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. It’s about overcoming unimaginable challenges, finding strength in vulnerability, and using personal experiences to help others. Whether you’re facing your own struggles or simply looking for a dose of inspiration, this story will resonate deeply.Tune in to hear a journey of profound transformation, and let it remind you that every action we take creates an effect—not just for ourselves, but for those around us.Listen now and join me on this incredible journey of healing, self-discovery, and empowerment.Warm regards,

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