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How To Survive Survival

Jessica Buchanan
Adversity
Mental Health
Substance Abuse
Aron Ralston
Sobriety
Simmons 3
Marcus Aurelius Anderson
Gratitude
Portland, United States
Addiction
United States Army
Tedx
Therapy/healing
Drunk Driving
Custody To Counseling Pipeline
Lines For Life

What happens after the moment that changes everything?

Surviving a traumatic event is often seen as the end of the story. But for many, it’s only the beginning. How to Survive Survival explores what comes next—the uncertain space where pain, identity, and purpose collide.

This podcast is hosted by Jessica Buchanan, a NYT Bestselling author, speaker, survivor and founder.

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Martin Lockett
survivor, advocate, and facilitator of mental health and substance abuse programs
Lines for Life; Custody to Counseling Pipeline
Episode: Prison to Purpose with Martin Lockett
Marcus Aurelius Anderson
Author and speaker who shares his journey from paralysis to purpose
Episode: Lessons from a Spinal Injury and Paralysis with Marcus Aurelius Anderson
Dawn Simmons
Founder of Simmons 3 nonprofit; survivor of the crash
Simmons 3
Episode: Turning Unimaginable Loss into a Mission to Save Lives with Katie and Dawn Simmons
Katie Simmons
Dawn's daughter; co-founder of Simmons 3
Simmons 3
Episode: Turning Unimaginable Loss into a Mission to Save Lives with Katie and Dawn Simmons
Hilary Phelps
Holistic performance coach, advocate, founder of The Right Room
The Right Room
Episode: From Fastest Swimmer in the Nation to Sobriety, Hilary Phelps on Reclaiming Identity
Sam Goodwin
Adventurer, former detainee, author
Saving Sam (author), Hostage US supporter
Episode: From Syrian Prison to Perspective, Sam Goodwin’s Story of Resilience
Aron Ralston
Mountaineer, author, motivational speaker and wilderness advocate
Self, Aron Ralston Speaker
Episode: The Mountaineer Behind 127 Hours, Aron Ralston, on Survival, Sacrifice, and Gratitude

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Jessica Buchanan
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Prison to Purpose with Martin Lockett
Q: So, my first question is, what would you say to someone who has survived the trauma? They've survived the impact and they're standing on top of the rubble of their life and they're thinking, okay, what next?
Encourage them to look toward a greater purpose, whether that means sharing their story, volunteering, or mentoring others. Start small if needed, but purpose should be pursued vigorously, even if it feels daunting, because meaning can help sustain healing and prevent relapse into old patterns.
From Syrian Prison to Perspective, Sam Goodwin’s Story of Resilience
Q: What would you tell someone who has been through a traumatic event and is standing at a new starting line?
We are all stronger and more resilient than we think; embrace uncertainty as an opportunity to grow, and ask what you want to do before you die to guide your next steps.
From Syrian Prison to Perspective, Sam Goodwin’s Story of Resilience
Q: How did you deal with public reaction and expectations after sharing your story?
I stayed grounded in the truth of my experience, avoided feeding into excessive praise or criticism, and concentrated on continuing the work I felt called to do.
From Syrian Prison to Perspective, Sam Goodwin’s Story of Resilience
Q: What was your thought process around life after release from confinement?
I focused on building a sense of purpose, leveraging faith and the support of loved ones, and gradually turning the experience into a path that could help others and drive meaningful work.
Lessons from a Spinal Injury and Paralysis with Marcus Aurelius Anderson
Q: What made you choose to see adversity as a gift rather than staying in victimhood?
The guest explains that embracing adversity as a gift comes from recognizing that the victim mindset is intoxicating and keeps people stuck; by acknowledging the adversity and choosing to extract meaning and purpose from it, you unlock growth, resilience, and the ability to help others.

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