Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

Surviving Sepsis: A Personal Journey with Alycia and Marty


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A Journey of Resilience that Leads to Advocacy


In this heartfelt episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson and her husband Marty share their personal ordeal with sepsis, a life-threatening condition that nearly cost Alycia her life. They dive into Alycia's congenital disability, sacral agenesis, her battles with chronic infections, and how a near-fatal experience with sepsis in 2019 became a pivotal moment in her life. Their story highlights the importance of early detection, the need for specialized medical care, and the incredible support of loved ones. The episode is a powerful reminder to listen to our bodies, balance work pressures, and make room for rest and self-care.


The Heart of This Episode

💆‍♂️ Why We All Need To Learn How To Take a Break

⏳ One More Day Could Have Been Fatal

💔 Personal Revelation: Sepsis Survivor Story Unveiled

😞 The Hidden Struggles You Don't See

❄️ A Chilling Health Crisis Abroad

🔥 Don't Waste Your Life: Seize Your Purpose Now

🚀 Unstoppable: Corporate Hustle vs. Health Scare

🔄 Living in a Cycle of Pain and Resilience


Jump to Your Favorite Moments

00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia

00:30 Special Guest: Marty's Return

00:48 Sepsis Survivor Week: A Personal Connection

02:46 Alycia's Medical Backstory

05:41 The Denver Incident: A Sepsis Scare

10:55 Hospitalization and Recovery

14:54 Advocacy and Life Lessons

26:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts



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Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability PodcastBy Alycia Anderson