Tragedy to Triumph with Hannah Nabors. 

 

In this episode, Hannah Neighbors shares her incredible journey of resilience and recovery following a devastating car accident that resulted in the loss of her leg. Hannah discusses her upbringing, career path, and how she met her husband. She details the morning of the accident, the immediate and long-term physical challenges, her mental and emotional battles, and the overwhelming support from her community. Despite the severity of her injuries, Hannah's positive outlook remains unwavering. She shares her experiences with recovery, dealing with grief and trauma, and how her faith and community have played crucial roles in her healing process. Hannah also highlights her ambitions to run the Boston Marathon and her involvement in advocating for better insurance support for amputees.

00:00 Podcast Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:56 Guest's Background and Upbringing

01:42 Career Journey and Family Life

04:14 Passion for Running and Coaching

09:49 The Accident: A Life-Changing Event

18:51 Immediate Aftermath and Hospitalization

28:57 Adjusting to a New Reality

39:25 Emotional Struggles and Guilt

39:58 Support from Running Group

40:57 Coping with Anger and Disappointment

42:23 Facing the Person Responsible

43:04 The Power of Forgiveness

46:03 Coping Mechanisms and Community Support

47:51 The Role of Faith in Healing

50:59 Challenges of Phantom Pain

52:08 Returning to Normalcy

01:00:36 Running and Physical Recovery

01:03:20 Surprising Challenges and Adaptations

01:17:42 Advocacy and Future Goals

01:21:27 Final Reflections and Gratitude