Ep. 027 - Tragedy to Triumph with Hannah Nabors

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

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