In this episode of The Remarkable People Podcast, host David Pasqualone welcomes an extraordinary guest, Pollyanna Darling. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience, self-belief, and the significance of incremental daily improvements. From being bedridden to becoming a standup paddleboard (SUP) champion in her fifties, Pollyanna’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.
- 00:00 Introduction to Pollyanna Darling’s Journey
- 02:00 Understanding Diagnosis vs. Prognosis
- 06:47 Pollyanna’s Near-Death Experiences
- 14:35 The Turning Point: From Bedridden to Paddleboard Champion
- 18:58 Pollyanna’s Healing Journey and Writing Process
- 24:01 Steps to Overcoming Adversity
- 27:24 Navigating Therapy and Self-Healing
- 29:21 Discovering Ortho Bionomy
- 29:49 Challenges in Paddle Training
- 32:54 Trusting Your Intuition
- 39:00 The Power of Incremental Daily Improvement
- 43:27 Building Resilience and Support Systems
- 49:16 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Guest Contact Info:
- Bedridden to Buff book: https://books2read.com/b2b
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pollyanna-darling/
- If anyone would like to join the writing challenge that begins on September 22, 2025, they need to subscribe (for free) to my Substack here: https://pollyannad.substack.com/
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THE NOT-SO-FINE-PRINT DISCLAIMER:
While we are very thankful for all of our guests, please understand that we do not necessarily share or endorse the same beliefs, worldviews, or positions that they may hold. We respectfully agree to disagree in some areas, and thank God for the blessing and privilege of free will.
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