She Almost Died… Then Came Back With a New Purpose | Jesi Stracham

About this episode

Jesi Stracham shares her journey of resilience and purpose after surviving a near-fatal motorcycle accident.

Jesi Stracham is an entrepreneur, speaker, and advocate who, after surviving a near-fatal motorcycle accident and paralysis, discovered the power of resilience, faith, and authentic self-expression. From a life-threatening injury and near-death experiences to writing her book Power in the Roll and founding the Wheel With Me Foundation, Jesi’s journey is about transforming trauma into purpose, honoring the body as a temple, and choosing to live with presence and intention. In this conversation, Jesi explores self-trust, embracing imperfection, and breaking cycles of shame so you can fully live…no matter your circumstances. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Faith and near-death experiences as catalysts for spiritual growth The body as a temple: fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness Redefining self-identity and breaking cycles of shame, judgment, and self-doubt Watch my previous episode with Jesi : https://youtu.be/XbHVdmO8oVI CONNECT WITH JESI STRACHAM: Website: https://jesistracham.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesistracham/ CONNECT WITH HEATHER: Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/…

People in this episode

Host: Heather Parady

Guest: Jesi Stracham

Topics covered

• resilience
• faith
• self-expression
• transformation of trauma
• wellness
• self-identity
• shame

Keywords

• resilience
• faith
• self-expression
• trauma
• wellness
• self-identity
• shame
• entrepreneurship
• advocacy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wheel With Me Foundation

Books & works: Power in the Roll

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