The View Is Worth It

About this episode

Victoria Arlen shares her journey of recovery from severe PTSD and depression, detailing her transition to finding genuine happiness.

"Storms don't last forever." — Victoria Arlen Paralympic gold medalist and ESPN host Victoria Arlen shares her raw and triumphant journey of recovery after surviving years "locked in" her own body. Her new book, Her new book, The View Is Worth It, serves as a roadmap for anyone who feels stuck, even after overcoming significant barriers. While the world saw a hero, Victoria reveals her private battles with severe PTSD and depression. She shares how she navigates life's peaks and valleys through persistence and professional help, detailing her transition beyond survival mode to find genuine happiness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Benjamin Hall

Guest: Victoria Arlen

Topics covered

• recovery
• mental health
• PTSD
• personal journey
• happiness
• overcoming barriers

Keywords

• Victoria Arlen
• PTSD
• depression
• recovery
• happiness
• overcoming barriers
• Paralympic gold medalist

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ESPN

Books & works: The View Is Worth It

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