Episode 4: I Survived, But I Wasn’t Free Yet

We talk a lot about surviving hard things. We don’t talk nearly enough about what happens after.

In this episode of Grace Lives Here, I share what it looked like to survive a life-altering illness and realize that survival didn’t automatically mean peace. The danger had passed, but my body hadn’t gotten the message yet. We talk about panic, a nervous system stuck on high alert, and why you can look “fine” on the outside while still bracing for impact on the inside. I share what I didn’t understand then, what I’m learning now, and how listening to your body instead of fighting it can be the next step forward. This episode includes: What it means to live in the after of survival Why your body can stay on guard long after the threat is gone A simple, honest invitation to journal without fixing or forcing Gentle prompts to help you listen to what your nervous system has been carrying

If you’ve ever thought, I made it through… so why doesn’t it feel over? This conversation is for you. No pressure. No homework. Just space to breathe, listen, and begin again. Because this is where Grace lives.

If this episode resonated with you and you feel like sharing your story — even if you’re still right in the middle of it — I’d love to hear from you.

Grace Lives Here is a space for honest about healing, fear, and becoming the person you were meant to be. And that includes your voice.

You can reach me here: https://secondstorystudios.org Or email me directly at: secondstorystudios.creative@gmail.com — Kris