Tracy Todd-Heine on Becoming a Quadriplegic, Motherhood, Divorce, Depression, Suicide, Ableism, The Comrades Marathon, Finding True Love, and her Earth Angels!
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In this episode, we're allowed a view into the raw and unfiltered journey of Tracy Todd-Heine—a story of courage, despair, and ultimate triumph. Tracy's life has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, starting with her birth as Tracy Lian Sinclair, a name that belied the challenges she would face.
At 28, tragedy struck, and a freak accident left her paralysed, shattering her identity as an athletic, marathon-running teacher and mother. The road to recovery was fraught with darkness; Tracy grappled with despair, questioning the worth of her existence. But from the depths of her despair emerged a resilience born of sheer determination. With the unwavering support of her loved ones and community, Tracy embarked on a journey of self-discovery, reclaiming her identity and purpose. Today, she stands as a testament to the indomitable human spirit—a mother, wife, speaker, and author.
Join us as we navigate the highs and lows of her journey, exploring the raw, unvarnished truth of her remarkable story!
Find more information on Tracy’s website at http://www.tracytodd.co.za, or follow her on social media @bravelotusflower.
Her book can be ordered via bravelotusflower@gmail.com, or through her publisher at https://traceymcdonaldpublishers.com
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Chapters
1. Tracy Todd-Heine on Becoming a Quadriplegic, Motherhood, Divorce, Depression, Suicide, Ableism, The Comrades Marathon, Finding True Love, and her Earth Angels! (00:00:00)
2. Family Life & Childhood (00:03:12)
3. Life After The Accident & Publishing Your Book (00:06:59)
4. About Tracy's Book & Where the Title Comes From (00:14:28)
5. Going Into Detail about the Book (00:20:20)
6. Thoughts of Suicide (00:33:07)
7. Defining 'Earth Angels' (00:36:31)
8. Top Priorities for Society to Address (01:05:58)
9. Where Can People Buy Your Book? (01:14:09)
10. Wrapping Up with a True Love Story! (01:15:25)
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