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episode 96: 93 - The Luckiest: Hannah Andry
Ask Hannah Andry, and she’ll tell you she feels like the luckiest girl in the world. She’s in love, she has a new dog and easy access to the White Mountains of New Hampshire. She’s also had two heart surgeries within the last year. Hannah’s is a story about how quickly things can change and the ways in which nature can fill up your heart.
Women featured in this episode: Hannah Andry
Hosted by Gale Straub
In this episode, you'll hear:
- About the bucket list Hannah started when she was a girl, and how she diligently checked off items
- Why Hannah wanted to join the military and what happened when she was in training camp for the Air Force
- What PTSD has been like for Hannah after experiencing heart trauma at 23 years old and having surgery to have a pacemaker implanted
- How working for Outward Bound and time outside helped Hannah come to terms with her trauma and prepare her for surgery
- How the White Mountains of New Hampshire are Hannah's favorite
- Why Hannah always tries to stay positive despite her health issues
- Why she felt it was important to share her story
- How being too focused on your goals can be detrimental
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Resources
- Hannah's blog: inktrailsblog.wordpress.com
- Hannah's Instagram: @hanandry
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