Hi there, my name is Laura McEvoy, and two years ago, a car accident changed my life forever. Sustaining a spinal cord injury, doctors couldn’t promise I’d walk again. But recovery and rehabilitation is more than physical, it’s a journey of mental, emotional, and personal healing.
"Rebuilding Me" is a candid podcast about overcoming life’s hardest setbacks and discovering new purpose. If you’re looking for hope, strength, tools to build resilience or just someone who understands spinal cord injury recovery , you’re in the right place. Join the conversation!
In this special Season 1 finale of Rebuilding Me, I’m taking a moment to pause, reflect, and look back on everything we’ve shared together so far. Each episode has been a part of my journey, from the challenges of recovery, to the mindset tools that have helped me, to the moments of hope and healing along the way.
This episode is my chance to revisit those conversations, celebrate the lessons learned, and thank you for walking beside me through this first season. Rebuilding isn’t a straight path, it’s messy, emotional, and full of growth, but sharing it with you has made it so much more meaningful.
17 Sept 2025
9. Feeling Overwhelmed? My 3-Step System to Get Back on Track
Ever feel like your to-do list is running your life and you just… freeze? In this episode, I’m sharing the exact 3-step system I use whenever I feel completely overwhelmed: Pause, Plan, Push.
I’ll walk you through simple, practical tools to calm your nervous system, clear your head, and actually get moving again, without burning yourself out. These are the techniques I lean on daily as a student, athlete, volunteer, and podcaster, so I know they work.
If life feels a little (or a lot) too big right now, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone, and you can take back control, one small step at a time.
10 Sept 2025
8. Disability Diaries: The Weird, Awkward & Ridiculous Moments
Life after trauma isn’t just about recovery, it’s full of moments that make you laugh, cringe, and sometimes shake your head in disbelief. In this episode, I share the raw, funny, and sometimes frustrating experiences of navigating a world that isn’t always built for people with disabilities.
From awkward stares at concerts, security mishaps at airports, and ridiculous assumptions while kayaking in Norway, to the little moments that test your patience and your dignity, I dive into the surprises nobody warns you about.
Tune in for a mix of humour, honesty, and reflection, and learn why life after injury can still be full of adventure, growth, and resilience.
💡 Perfect for anyone curious about disability, accessibility, or just wants a behind-the-scenes look at life after trauma.
3 Sept 2025
7. Rebuilding Self-Belief: My Confidence Playbook
After my spinal cord injury, I felt like a stranger in my own body — from navigating life with AFOs and crutches to feeling hyperaware in my wheelchair. In this episode, I share the honest journey of rebuilding my confidence piece by piece: the rock-bottom moments, the mindset shifts, and the daily actions that helped me start showing up unapologetically again.
You’ll hear:
How I went from self-conscious to self-assured (most days!)
Practical tips for silencing outside noise and judgment
The psychological concept of “window of tolerance” and how it affects confidence
3 actionable challenges you can try today to boost your own confidence
Whether you’re navigating injury, illness, or just feeling stuck, this episode will leave you with practical tools and a little hope to keep pushing forward.
27 Aug 2025
6. The Setbacks No One Talks About (But we all go through)
Behind every recovery story are the quiet struggles we don’t always share. In this episode, I open up about the setbacks that often go unspoken, the frustration, the self-doubt, and the moments that make you feel like you’re moving backwards.
I’ll share my own experiences of hitting walls during rehabilitation, how I learned to reframe “failures” as part of the process, and the small mindset shifts that helped me keep going. If you’ve ever felt stuck or wondered if you’re the only one struggling, you’re not.
✨ In this episode:
The hidden challenges no one prepares you for
Why setbacks are actually signs of growth
Practical ways to bounce back when things don’t go as planned
This is your reminder that setbacks don’t define you, they shape the comeback
20 Aug 2025
5. Denial, Acceptance & Support: Your Questions on Recovery Answered
Recovery isn’t a straight line, it’s a journey full of emotions, setbacks, and breakthroughs. In this Q&A episode, I dive into your questions about what it really looks like to move from denial to acceptance, and how to find the support you need along the way.
I’ll be sharing honest insights from my own rehabilitation after spinal cord injury, the tough moments I had to face, and the mindset shifts that helped me keep moving forward. Whether you’re navigating your own recovery or supporting someone you love, this episode offers practical advice, encouragement, and a reminder that you’re not alone in this process.
✨ Listen in to discover:
Why denial is a natural (but temporary) part of recovery
What acceptance really means, and how it can empower you
The role of resources and support in rebuilding your life
If you’ve ever wondered how to cope with the highs and lows of recovery, this episode is for you.
13 Aug 2025
4. From Surviving to Living
Two years ago, my life changed in an instant when a car accident left me with a spinal cord injury. In this episode, I open up about how I navigated those early days, the coping strategies that kept me going, and the mindset shifts that helped me rebuild. From facing the emotional weight of my new reality to finding ways to adapt and keep moving forward, I share the tools, lessons, and moments of hope that shaped my recovery journey. Whether you’re going through your own challenges or simply looking for inspiration, this is an honest and uplifting conversation about resilience, acceptance, and growth.
6 Aug 2025
3. Before the Accident - Building my Mindset Toolbox
Before my life changed forever, I was already unknowingly preparing for it. In this episode, I take you back to the mindset tools I started developing before the accident, the books, beliefs, and inner work that laid the foundation for how I would later cope, rebuild, and grow. From reframing fear to choosing meaning in chaos, I share the mental strategies that helped me survive the impossible. This isn’t just about spinal injury recovery, it’s about building emotional resilience before you need it.
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30 Jul 2025
2. The day it all changed
In this raw and emotional episode, I open up about the day my life changed forever.
For the first time, I’m sharing the journal entries I wrote during those early days in hospital, from the moment of the accident, to the shock of being told I may never walk again, and the unimaginable pain of losing both my Nanny and Papa just weeks later.
These pages capture the fear, the heartbreak, and the small flickers of hope that kept me going.
If you’ve ever faced something that turned your world upside down, I hope this episode helps you feel less alone.
This is more than a story about trauma, it’s about strength, survival, and a quiet promise I made to myself:
I won’t give up.
23 Jul 2025
1. Rebuilding Me - The Beginning
In this very first episode of Rebuilding Me, I open up about the car accident that changed my life, and how I began to rebuild from the inside out. Two years ago, I sustained a Spinal Cord Injury that left me facing an entirely new reality.
But this podcast isn’t just about what happened, it's about what comes next: the emotional journey of healing, the small wins, the setbacks, and everything in between.
I’ll share why I’m starting this podcast, what you can expect from future episodes, and how we can build a community rooted in honesty, strength, and hope.
Whether you’re navigating trauma, supporting a loved one, or just looking for stories of resilience, you’re in the right place. Let’s rebuild together.
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