Leela's Recovery Story: from NASA Scientist to finding Joy in Nature and the Everyday
“But when it’s taken away, we have to get it from within. That was one of the most powerful lessons I learned: that my happiness and joy and what makes me feel what I feel, does not come from the external world. It really comes from my internal world. And that was one of the most powerful realizations I think I had in that process. That was a big part of my pivotal moment was realizing that. Then you feel this sense of power and freedom. Like, even though I feel horrible right now and I can’t do much, I am finding this sense of love and peace and excitement within myself” - Leela 'O’Brien
In this episode, Sarah is joined by Leela O'Brien, a NASA scientist and AI engineer, who was floored by severe LC that that significantly impaired her gross motor and cognitive function.
After a gruelling start to her illness, Leela describes how she found that seeking her joy no matter what, and viewing being in nature as a sanctuary was essential to her healing. She describes the importance of meditation and how Joe Dispenza's guided meditations in particular were a lifeline to her.
Whilst not fully recovered as she still has a few lingering tremors etc, Leela has recovered to the capacity that she now assists others with their healing journeys. She articulates the explorer mindset she uses with her clients and her Four C's concept of Curiosity, Creativity, Courage and Connection.
Episode Links:
Leela's Coaching Service website: https://www.leelaobrien.com/coaching
Leela's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leelaeobrien
