In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Limitless Healing, host Colette Brown sits down with entrepreneur, author, and speaker Guelory Brutus, founder of Build Your Own Narrative. Guelory shares his remarkable journey from surviving the 2010 Haiti earthquake at age 13 to becoming a motivational leader dedicated to helping others shape their own stories.
Through vivid storytelling and honest reflection, Guelory opens up about the dark moments of his life, the expectations placed on him as an immigrant, and the pivotal night that changed everything. His message is one of hope, resilience, and the unshakable belief that everything you need is already within you.
Whether you’re navigating a life transition, questioning your path, or searching for purpose, this episode will meet you exactly where you are.
Episode Highlights:
01:00 - Guelory's early childhood in Haiti and his inquisitive nature
03:00 - The day everything changed: surviving the 2010 Haiti earthquake
07:00 - A life saved by a delayed ride home and a mother’s survival
10:00 - Moving to the U.S. and struggling to learn English
13:30 - Culture shock, ESL classes, and the road to AP English
15:00 - The pressure of immigrant expectations and career identity
18:00 - Facing academic struggles and suicidal thoughts
20:00 - A phone call that saved his life
22:00 - Rewriting his story and discovering personal development
24:00 - From engineering to economics to empowerment
26:00 - Creating a 7-week program to help others build their own narrative
29:00 - Book tour across the U.S. and internationally
32:00 - Guelory’s final message: Everything you need is already inside you
Resources Mentioned:
- Book: The 7 Major Life Lessons to Build Your Own Narrative
- Website: https://buildyourownnarrative.com/
- Program: 7-Week Narrative Building Cohort
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildyourownnarrative/
- Instagram: @guelory
Final Words from Guelory:
“Everything you need is already inside of you. Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Start now. Your story matters.”
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Connect with Colette:
Instagram: @wellnessbycolette
Website: love-colette.com
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In Health,
Colette
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