“I remember absolutely nothing about the accident.”
Today’s guest, ELENA BRANDNER, a prospective pharmacist, bodybuilding enthusiast, and mind-body inspiration, had this to say about her fateful accident on February 7, 2023, that changed her life forever.
Elena shares with us her pursuit of a career in pharmaceutical medicine, her burden for substance abuse addicts and their roads to recovery, and how she took control of her mental and physical health after a life-altering car accident.
We journey into Elena's world to discover the driving force that motivates her to get better and explore how she successfully navigated through the realm of hospitals, rehabilitation, medication, and recovery.
*The photos and videos may be hard for some people to watch as they contain some graphic situations.*
Highlights:
Early disease detection and prevention through lifeline screening. 0:00
Pharmacy career path and addiction treatment. 2:28
Bodybuilding, flow state, and overcoming setbacks. 6:48
Car accident injury recovery with limited memory. 11:42
Car accident injuries and alternative healing methods. 16:47
Trauma recovery, energy healing, and advocacy. 21:00
Overcoming physical challenges and maintaining motivation. 28:35
Supplements and healing regimen. 34:21
Peptides and pain management in pharmacy. 37:33
Pain management and rehabilitation after a spinal cord injury. 41:26
Rehabilitation and recovery after spinal cord injury. 46:09
Important Links:
Elena on Instagram
FloState Recovery on Instagram
Elena on Facebook
Lifeline Screening
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