
Accepting Personal Battles, Finding Strength and Building Resilience
In this heartfelt episode of ‘Pushing Forward with Alycia,’ host Alycia Anderson and her husband Marty share their personal ordeal with sepsis, a life-threatening condition that nearly cost Alycia her life. They dive into Alycia’s congenital disability, sacral agenesis, her battles with chronic infections, and how a near-fatal experience with sepsis in 2019 became a pivotal moment in her life. Their story highlights the importance of early detection, the need for specialized medical care, and the incredible support of loved ones. The episode is a powerful reminder to listen to our bodies, balance work pressures, and make room for rest and self-care.
In the Face of Sepsis: Resolve to Push Forward
😂 Finding Humor in Adversity: A Unique Perspective
♿ Disability: Bridging the Gap of Diversity
💪 Empowerment Through Advocacy: A Life-Changing Moment
🌍 Inspiration Through Inclusion: A Voice for Change
🎭 Bringing Laughter and Light to Special Education
🏅 Beyond Limits: Strength of Adaptive Athletics
🚀 Room for Improvement: Embrace the Journey
❤️ Find Your Passion, Not Pressure
🔥 Resilient Action: We Can Do Anything!
Listen to your body intuitively and take action.
~ Alycia Anderson
Quick Reference: Episode Highlights
00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia
00:30 Special Guest: Marty’s Return
00:48 Sepsis Survivor Week: A Personal Connection
02:46 Alycia’s Medical Backstory
05:41 The Denver Incident: A Sepsis Scare
10:55 Hospitalization and Recovery
14:54 Advocacy and Life Lessons
26:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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