In a heartbeat, everything changed for Jodi Kroone. At just 22, a devastating car accident left her paralysed from the chest down. But Jodie's story didn’t end there; it was merely the beginning of an extraordinary comeback. In this episode, Jodie takes us back to the day her life changed forever. Rather than succumb to despair, she embraced her new reality with an indomitable spirit. A significant part of Jodie's story revolves around her finding strength in unfamiliar places, a theme that runs through her tale of recovery and rediscovery. Despite the initial shock and fear of the unknown, Jodie chose to focus on what she could accomplish rather than dwell on the limitations imposed by her condition. Her journey through rehabilitation was marked by a series of personal victories, each one reinforcing her resolve to reclaim her life on her terms. Now a national-level adaptive surfer and rally driver, Jodie uses her experiences to advocate for disability inclusion and resilience. Through this newfound voice, she empowers others to see beyond their circumstances and embrace life's possibilities. In this episode: 00:00 A Life-Altering Accident 00:20 Introducing Jodi Kronner 01:24 Life Before the Accident 03:07 The Day Everything Changed 04:16 The Aftermath and Realization 05:52 Adjusting to a New Reality 07:56 Coping with the Unknown 09:43 Challenges and Silver Linings 14:49 Navigating Daily Frustrations 15:45 Reflecting on Life Before and After the Accident 17:28 Discovering and Excelling in Para Surfing 19:41 Participating in Unique Challenges 20:46 Changing Perceptions of Disability 23:52 Finding Silver Linings and Future Dreams 26:37 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude