When a car crash left him with a 3% chance of survival, John Ulsh had to rebuild everything—his body, his mindset, and his sense of purpose. In this conversation, John shares what 17 years and 45 surgeries have taught him about patience, pain, and the quiet power of showing up.
He talks about how survival wasn’t the end of his story. It was the beginning of a long journey toward finding meaning in the struggle and in the joy of the healing process.
You’ll hear:
- How John reframed his trauma into strength and resilience
- What it really takes to rebuild a life after everything changes
- Why pain can become fuel for growth
- How loving the process is more powerful than chasing perfection
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep going when life stops making sense, this episode will remind you that healing doesn’t mean going back. It means learning to begin again.
Guest: John Ulsh
Author of "The Upside of Down"
Website: [www.johnulsh.com](http://www.johnulsh.com/)
Instagram: @johnulsh
LinkedIn: John Ulsh
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