Episode #32
I Was Told What My Future Would Look Like. I Decided Otherwise.
What do you do when you’ve spent years being told what is going to happen to your body, your health and your future? In this episode, I’m joined by Sue Woodriffe who has spent much of her life dealing with pain, injury, trauma and some pretty frightening predictions about what her future might look like. At just 12 years old, Sue injured her knee in a trampoline accident. What followed was years of operations, chronic pain and decisions being made for her. At one point, she was even told she could be in a wheelchair by the age of 40. Sue talks openly about how those experiences affected her, from feeling that she had no choice and no voice, to becoming fiercely determined to maintain her independence and mobility. Sue shares what she has learned about trauma, resilience, taking responsibility for your wellbeing and why she believes that, whatever happens to you, you can still have a good life. Because sometimes the biggest thing you can find after everything you’ve been through is your voice. And with your voice comes a choice. Now, grab a cuppa, relax and press play. About Sue At the age of 12, a serious accident set in motion a succession of traumatic experiences, culminating in the death of her mother when she was 25. The accident and its aftermath resulted in a lifelong physical disability, introducing Sue to challenges that many people spend a lifetime trying to avoid, including pain, loss, uncertainty and the need to adapt to circumstances beyond her control. Later experiences of grief, chronic pain and significant life transitions deepened her understanding of how trauma can affect both mind and body. Alongside these challenges, Sue has built a full and rewarding life. She married, raised two wonderful sons, ran a successful business with her husband for many years and now enjoys being grandmother to two grandsons. These experiences inspired Sue to support others who are struggling in life, particularly when trauma underlies the emotions and beliefs that shape their lives. To find out more, go to: Connect with Sue: www.linkedin.com/in/sue-woodriffe/ Website: www.suewoodriffe.co.uk/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@suewoodriffe If you enjoyed this podcast then please like, share and subscribe. Link to get your free Personal Life Assessment download https://bit.ly/LAPDFLA22 If you want to find out more about how I can help you then check out my website and connect with me on Linkedin and TikTok.
