How Trauma Can Shape Our Lives For The GOOD, with Paula Gowland - EP70

In this episode of the Success x Happiness podcast, we had the pleasure of chatting with Paula Gowland, a remarkable businesswoman, author, mentor, and motivational speaker. Paula shares her incredible journey of overcoming trauma after a severe leg injury led to amputation.

Our discussion delves into themes of resilience, the impact of childhood experiences on coping mechanisms, and the importance of support and compassion. Paula opened up about how her childhood prepared her for adversity, the emotional toll of her injury, and the significance of family support. Her story is an inspiring testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome life's greatest challenges.

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Book Recommendation - The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by Jon C Maxwell: https://amzn.to/3WLEQYR

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Table of Contents

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0:00 - Intro

2:20 - Understanding Trauma

5:10 - The Start of Paula's Accident

6:57 - Complications from the Injury

8:45 - Amputation Decision

11:24 - Grieving the Loss

12:34 - Extended Hospital Stay

14:46 - Guilt and Reflection

16:05 - Fate and Resilience

17:33 - Childhood Trauma

23:03 - Building a New Life

25:09 - Understanding Trauma's Impact

28:23 - The Turning Point

33:18 - Reaching Out for Help

34:36 - The Role of Time in Healing

36:06 - Managing Daily Challenges

37:36 - Finding Gratitude

38:51 - Inspirational Stories of Resilience

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