What happens after the moment that changes everything?
Surviving a traumatic event is often seen as the end of the story. But for many, it’s only the beginning. How to Survive Survival explores what comes next—the uncertain space where pain, identity, and purpose collide.
This podcast is hosted by Jessica Buchanan, (https://www.jessbuchanan.com/) a NYT Bestselling author, speaker, survivor and founder.
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What happens after the moment that changes everything? Surviving a traumatic event is often seen as the end of the story. But for many, it’s only the beginning. How to Survive Survival explores what comes next—the uncertain space where pain, identity, and purpose collide. Hosted by bestselling author and survivor Jessica Buchanan, this podcast dives deep into the lived experiences of people who have endured the unimaginable and chosen to turn their suffering into service, impact, and meaning....
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Survival, Fight or Flight, and Lasting Health with Jess Patz
Published 16 Sept 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] Honestly, I mean, I hate to say that because I not in a comparative way, but yeah, it had become the new norm for such an extended period of time. And when you're surviving such hard things for that prolonged period of time, then you're the strong person. Oh my gosh, Jess, you're so strong. I'm so impressed. Look at you. Nothing can stop you. And then you kind of cling even tighter to those survivor skills because you You feel really proud, as you should, to be surviving hard things. But the skills and this hyper-awareness that our body is constantly in isn't necessarily something to be proud of. […]
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