<![CDATA[Carrie Be Brave]]>"Carrie, be brave!" These words have been tossed through my head like an inspirational, grounding force from the time I was a little girl. A sometimes gentle, sometimes forceful reminder I can do anything I put my mind too.

Life is scary, for all of us. I do not no one individual who has not been through tough times. This podcast is a place where I share this reminder through my own experiences and the courageous experiences of others that we all have the opportunity to be heroes.

Join me in the hard times, the happy times, the humorous times as I am reminded, "Carrie, be brave!"

]]>www.carriebebrave.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:45:21 GMTMon, 01 Jun 2026 17:41:43 GMT60Carrie Johnson<p>"Carrie, be brave!" These words have been tossed through my head like an inspirational, grounding force from the time I was a little girl. A sometimes gentle, sometimes forceful reminder I can do anything I put my mind too. </p><p>Life is scary, for all of us. I do not no one individual who has not been through tough times. This podcast is a place where I share this reminder through my own experiences and the courageous experiences of others that we all have the opportunity to be heroes. </p><p>Join me in the hard times, the happy times, the humorous times as I am reminded, "Carrie, be brave!"</p>episodicCarrie Johnsoncarriebebrave@gmail.comno<![CDATA[The Crash Part 2]]>Summary

In this episode of The Crash, Carrie Johnson shares her harrowing journey following a life-threatening car accident that left her in a medically induced coma. She reflects on the critical moments leading up to her surgery, the incredible support from medical teams, and the emotional turmoil experienced by her family. Carrie emphasizes the importance of recognizing the cumulative decisions we make in life and how they contribute to our bravery in facing challenges. She also discusses the significance of reframing the narrative around trauma, urging listeners to take responsibility for their healing and find purpose in their experiences, even when faced with overwhelming adversity.

Carrie's story is not just about survival; it's about the strength found in vulnerability and the power of community support. She highlights the emotional impact on her loved ones, particularly her daughter, and the importance of allowing oneself to grieve and heal. As she navigates her recovery, Carrie encourages listeners to seek help and embrace their own journeys of bravery, reminding them that it’s okay to not always be strong. This episode serves as a poignant reminder of resilience, the human spirit, and the importance of sharing our stories to uplift one another.

Keywords

Carrie Johnson, The Crash, bravery, car accident, healing journey, resilience, trauma recovery, community support, life lessons, personal growth

Takeaways

"Every day we make decisions, little moments in our lives where we say, I can do this, I can do this hard thing."

"I wouldn't be alive without you today."

"It's okay sometimes to not be brave."

"We are unbreakable and can be unbroken, but there's purpose behind it."

"If you need help, get help. That, to me, is the most brave thing a person can do."

Titles

Finding Purpose in the Crash: A Journey of Resilience

Bravery Beyond the Accident: Carrie's Story of Survival

sound bites

""I can do this hard thing.""

""Get the word accident out of your vocabulary.""

""If you need help, get help.""

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to The Crash

01:29 The Accident and Immediate Aftermath

05:43 Family's Emotional Journey

11:46 The Impact of Trauma on Loved Ones

18:37 Finding Strength in Vulnerability

32:31 Reframing the Narrative: From Accident to Crash

39:24 Purpose in Pain and Healing

42:04 Conclusion and Call to Action

]]>c2829037-f733-43f6-a53c-564b29f570f5Tue, 02 Jun 2026 03:16:04 GMT<p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of The Crash, Carrie Johnson shares her harrowing journey following a life-threatening car accident that left her in a medically induced coma. She reflects on the critical moments leading up to her surgery, the incredible support from medical teams, and the emotional turmoil experienced by her family. Carrie emphasizes the importance of recognizing the cumulative decisions we make in life and how they contribute to our bravery in facing challenges. She also discusses the significance of reframing the narrative around trauma, urging listeners to take responsibility for their healing and find purpose in their experiences, even when faced with overwhelming adversity.</p><p>Carrie's story is not just about survival; it's about the strength found in vulnerability and the power of community support. She highlights the emotional impact on her loved ones, particularly her daughter, and the importance of allowing oneself to grieve and heal. As she navigates her recovery, Carrie encourages listeners to seek help and embrace their own journeys of bravery, reminding them that it’s okay to not always be strong. This episode serves as a poignant reminder of resilience, the human spirit, and the importance of sharing our stories to uplift one another.</p><p>Keywords</p><p>Carrie Johnson, The Crash, bravery, car accident, healing journey, resilience, trauma recovery, community support, life lessons, personal growth</p><p>Takeaways</p><p>"Every day we make decisions, little moments in our lives where we say, I can do this, I can do this hard thing."</p><p>"I wouldn't be alive without you today."</p><p>"It's okay sometimes to not be brave."</p><p>"We are unbreakable and can be unbroken, but there's purpose behind it."</p><p>"If you need help, get help. That, to me, is the most brave thing a person can do."</p><p>Titles</p><p>Finding Purpose in the Crash: A Journey of Resilience</p><p>Bravery Beyond the Accident: Carrie's Story of Survival</p><p> sound bites</p><p>""I can do this hard thing.""</p><p>""Get the word accident out of your vocabulary.""</p><p>""If you need help, get help.""</p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to The Crash</p><p>01:29 The Accident and Immediate Aftermath</p><p>05:43 Family's Emotional Journey</p><p>11:46 The Impact of Trauma on Loved Ones</p><p>18:37 Finding Strength in Vulnerability</p><p>32:31 Reframing the Narrative: From Accident to Crash</p><p>39:24 Purpose in Pain and Healing</p><p>42:04 Conclusion and Call to Action</p><p></p>no00:43:362The Crash Part 2full<![CDATA[The Crash Part 1]]>I woke up just like every other day, never thinking, "I better get this to do list done because by 10 pm, I'm going to be in a coma!" Life comes at us fast. And thankfully most of it is unknown. but we can set ourselves up mentally to be brave in advance.

]]>29bd2461-cb2b-4303-81d4-07541ad093cbMon, 01 Jun 2026 18:14:05 GMT<p>I woke up just like every other day, never thinking, "I better get this to do list done because by 10 pm, I'm going to be in a coma!" Life comes at us fast. And thankfully most of it is unknown. but we can set ourselves up mentally to be brave in advance. </p>no00:33:3511The Crash Part 1full