Festus Ezeli
Festus Ezeli
#19 - Leigh Collins: Surviving a Break In, Attack & Trial
#19 - Leigh Collins: Surviving a Break In, Attack & Trial
#19 - Leigh Collins: Surviving a Break In, Attack & Trial
Wednesday 23rd June 2021
Listen to Leigh Collins on 'Rebuilding the Beast' as she recounts surviving a break-in, battling PTSD, and finding hope through healing.
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Get the buttons here!Leigh Collins' Journey: From Trauma to Triumph
I hope somebody out there hears your story and says: wow, I know what that feels like and I need help, and you're making me feel like there is light at the end of the tunnel or life after this.
Imagine waking up to a nightmare—a stranger breaking into your home and attacking you. This is the harrowing experience Leigh Collins shares in this episode of 'Rebuilding the Beast' with Festus Ezeli. Leigh opens up about the terrifying night that changed her life forever and the grueling months that followed, filled with severe PTSD and depression. But Leigh's story isn't just about the trauma; it's about her incredible journey of healing and resilience.
She candidly discusses the haunting question, 'Why me?', and how she managed to find light in the darkest of times. Festus also shares a personal revelation about his own apartment being broken into, adding another layer of empathy and connection to their conversation. Leigh's path to recovery involved seeking help for her mental health, embracing physical activity, and enduring a challenging trial.
One of the most moving parts of the episode is when Leigh expresses her hope that her story will inspire others to seek help and find hope, saying, 'I hope somebody out there hears your story and says: wow, I know what that feels like and I need help, and you're making me feel like there is light at the end of the tunnel or life after this'.
This episode is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and the importance of spreading positivity. Leigh's journey reminds us that even in our darkest moments, there's always a glimmer of hope, and with the right support, we can rebuild and move forward.