The Get Shit Done Experience

Overcoming Adversity: Heather Krueger's Journey of Resilience and Purpose

Episode Summary

In this incredibly inspiring episode of the Get Shit Done Experience, host John welcomes Heather Krueger, a remarkable individual who defied grim prognoses and found profound purpose through unimaginable health challenges. Heather shares her raw and authentic journey, from a life-threatening liver disease diagnosis in her early twenties to a life-saving transplant. The conversation delves into the emotional rollercoaster of her health battle, the unexpected twist of a Hallmark movie made about her story, and the deep personal work she undertook to overcome mental health struggles, divorce, and the quest for true healing. Heather's powerful narrative emphasizes the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, the strength found in vulnerability, and her mission to inspire others to unlock their own untapped potential. KEY TAKEAWAYS Resilience in the Face of the Unthinkable: Heather’s story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to endure and overcome, even when given a less than 50% chance of living. Her unwavering belief that she wouldn't die played a crucial role in her survival. The Interconnectedness of Mind and Body: A pivotal realization for Heather was how deeply her mental state impacted her physical recovery. Emotional stress and unresolved trauma directly manifested as increased pain and fatigue, highlighting the critical link between mental and physical well-being. Asking for Help is a Sign of Strength: Despite her independent nature, Heather learned that seeking support from therapists, coaches, and loved ones was not a weakness but a fundamental step towards healing and growth. The Power of Positive Vibration: Heather emphasizes that maintaining a high vibrational energy—through hope, faith, and positive self-talk—can profoundly impact one's ability to navigate adversity and attract positive outcomes, both personally and professionally. Embrace Your Scars and Your Story: Heather's journey underscores the importance of owning one's narrative, including visible and invisible scars. Sharing authentic struggles can provide immense value and inspiration to others who may be facing their own challenges. QUOTES "Asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It's actually a sign of strength because the hardest part of the whole thing is to ask for the help. You have to be strong to do that." "After the transplant, dealing with the physical recovery, if I had a hard day mentally, I was in so much more pain. I was more tired and that's when I really realized how much these things are interconnected." "My whole liver came out and I got 55% of his, and within two to three months I believe it was my lip portion I got and his liver grew back to full size. That is so cool.” "I was at that point where I felt like I was just bursting inside. Like, something needs to change, something needs to be done. So I was open to his help." "I mean, I was excited to meet him, to see what he was like, but it was awkward too. 'Cause I'm like, thank you. Like, what do you say?" "I wanted to get the word out there. Educate. Yeah. Show people. You really have to be an advocate for your health." "I think there's so many things in our life that are illusions, our fear, that it's because of our programming, maybe our anxiety, our self-sabotage, our negative self-talk, that we're blocking ourself and we stay stuck longer than we have to because of this illusion of something." "We all have a story and no matter how big or small you think your story is, someone can learn from it." If you enjoyed today’s episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message. Unlock your business's potential with TTSG! Join forces with us to elevate your brand, streamline your operations, and achieve unparalleled success. With our comprehensive range of services—from IT solutions and cybersecurity to cutting-edge marketing strategies—we empower you to focus on what you do best. Let's create a story worth telling and drive your business forward. Take the first step today. Explore what we have to offer: Experience cutting-edge technology with TTSG: https://www.ttsg.com/ Unlock your potential with GSD Technologies: http://gsdnow.com Transform your vision into reality with 20Twenty: https://20twentydesign.com/ Ready to take the next step? Schedule a consultation and let’s start creating success together! Partner with TTSG and experience the difference. Let's get shit done together! Timecode 00:00 Introduction: Getting Shit Done in Life's Challenges 02:24 Heather's Early Life and Nursing School Dreams 04:00 First Health Symptoms Emerge 06:15 The Frustration of Undiagnosed Illness 09:20 A Chiropractor's Unexpected Discovery 13:10 The Liver Biopsy and Devastating Diagnosis 16:15 The Impact of Hepatic Encephalopath 18:40 Facing a 60-Day Prognosis 22:00 The Power of Faith and Mindset 25:00 Gallbladder Removal and Transplant Lis 27:50 Finding a Living Donor: An Unbelievable Match 32:20 The Liver Transplant and Miraculous Recovery 35:50 Media Attention and the Hallmark Movie Deal 41:40 The Mental Health Struggle Post-Transplant 46:00 Marriage Challenges and Divorce 50:15 Rebuilding Life and Finding Purpose 54:00 The Birth of "The Uncoiled Mind" 58:30 Practical Steps for Getting Shit Done 01:03:00 The Importance of Networking and Giving 01:06:50 Heather's Vision for Motivational Speakin 01:10:00 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Episode Notes

In this incredibly inspiring episode of the Get Shit Done Experience, host John welcomes Heather Krueger, a remarkable individual who defied grim prognoses and found profound purpose through unimaginable health challenges. Heather shares her raw and authentic journey, from a life-threatening liver disease diagnosis in her early twenties to a life-saving transplant. The conversation delves into the emotional rollercoaster of her health battle, the unexpected twist of a Hallmark movie made about her story, and the deep personal work she undertook to overcome mental health struggles, divorce, and the quest for true healing. Heather's powerful narrative emphasizes the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, the strength found in vulnerability, and her mission to inspire others to unlock their own untapped potential.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Resilience in the Face of the Unthinkable: Heather’s story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to endure and overcome, even when given a less than 50% chance of living. Her unwavering belief that she wouldn't die played a crucial role in her survival.
• The Interconnectedness of Mind and Body: A pivotal realization for Heather was how deeply her mental state impacted her physical recovery. Emotional stress and unresolved trauma directly manifested as increased pain and fatigue, highlighting the critical link between mental and physical well-being.
• Asking for Help is a Sign of Strength: Despite her independent nature, Heather learned that seeking support from therapists, coaches, and loved ones was not a weakness but a fundamental step towards healing and growth.
• The Power of Positive Vibration: Heather emphasizes that maintaining a high vibrational energy—through hope, faith, and positive self-talk—can profoundly impact one's ability to navigate adversity and attract positive outcomes, both personally and professionally.
• Embrace Your Scars and Your Story: Heather's journey underscores the importance of owning one's narrative, including visible and invisible scars. Sharing authentic struggles can provide immense value and inspiration to others who may be facing their own challenges.

QUOTES

• "Asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It's actually a sign of strength because the hardest part of the whole thing is to ask for the help. You have to be strong to do that."
• "After the transplant, dealing with the physical recovery, if I had a hard day mentally, I was in so much more pain. I was more tired and that's when I really realized how much these things are interconnected."
• "My whole liver came out and I got 55% of his, and within two to three months I believe it was my lip portion I got and his liver grew back to full size. That is so cool.”
• "I was at that point where I felt like I was just bursting inside. Like, something needs to change, something needs to be done. So I was open to his help."
• "I mean, I was excited to meet him, to see what he was like, but it was awkward too. 'Cause I'm like, thank you. Like, what do you say?"
• "I wanted to get the word out there. Educate. Yeah. Show people. You really have to be an advocate for your health."
• "I think there's so many things in our life that are illusions, our fear, that it's because of our programming, maybe our anxiety, our self-sabotage, our negative self-talk, that we're blocking ourself and we stay stuck longer than we have to because of this illusion of something."
• "We all have a story and no matter how big or small you think your story is, someone can learn from it."

If you enjoyed today’s episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message.

Unlock your business's potential with TTSG! Join forces with us to elevate your brand, streamline your operations, and achieve unparalleled success. With our comprehensive range of services—from IT solutions and cybersecurity to cutting-edge marketing strategies—we empower you to focus on what you do best. Let's create a story worth telling and drive your business forward.

Take the first step today.

Explore what we have to offer:

Experience cutting-edge technology with TTSG: https://www.ttsg.com/
Unlock your potential with GSD Technologies: http://gsdnow.com
Transform your vision into reality with 20Twenty: https://20twentydesign.com/

Ready to take the next step?

Schedule a consultation and let’s start creating success together!

Partner with TTSG and experience the difference. Let's get shit done together!

Timecode

00:00 Introduction: Getting Shit Done in Life's Challenges
02:24 Heather's Early Life and Nursing School Dreams
04:00 First Health Symptoms Emerge
06:15 The Frustration of Undiagnosed Illness
09:20 A Chiropractor's Unexpected Discovery
13:10 The Liver Biopsy and Devastating Diagnosis
16:15 The Impact of Hepatic Encephalopath
18:40 Facing a 60-Day Prognosis
22:00 The Power of Faith and Mindset
25:00 Gallbladder Removal and Transplant Lis
27:50 Finding a Living Donor: An Unbelievable Match
32:20 The Liver Transplant and Miraculous Recovery
35:50 Media Attention and the Hallmark Movie Deal
41:40 The Mental Health Struggle Post-Transplant
46:00 Marriage Challenges and Divorce
50:15 Rebuilding Life and Finding Purpose
54:00 The Birth of "The Uncoiled Mind"
58:30 Practical Steps for Getting Shit Done
01:03:00 The Importance of Networking and Giving
01:06:50 Heather's Vision for Motivational Speakin
01:10:00 Final Thoughts and Call to Action