{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Call: The Courage to Live Differently","description":"In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Courageous Survivor, Paula Walters reintroduces herself and shares why she uses the word courageous to describe her healing journey. March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, and Paula opens up about the honest struggle of choosing discipline, structure, and faith in a culture that celebrates comfort and excuses. As a trauma survivor and brain injury advocate, she reflects on what it really means to live aligned instead of relatable \u2014 and why that choice often makes people uncomfortable. From dopamine-driven scrolling and alcohol culture to stress, private integrity, and the fear of being judged, Paula shares her own recent wake-up call about wasted time, avoidance, and accountability. She challenges listeners to consider who they are becoming \u2014 and what their future 70- or 80-year-old self might wish they had started today. April brings Stress Awareness Month, Alcohol Awareness Month, Move More Month, and World Health Day \u2014 making it the perfect time for a 30-day reset. Paula invites you to join her beginning April 1st by choosing just ONE commitment for 30 days: \u2022 Eliminate alcohol \u2022 Give up social media \u2022 Meal prep weekly \u2022 Move daily \u2022 Protect your sleep \u2022 Prioritize prayer \u2022 Or commit to any habit that strengthens your future self This episode is a call to alignment, integrity, and courageous self-respect. Excellence may feel lonely \u2014 but regret feels worse. Are you ready to stop shrinking and start becoming? &amp;nbsp;About The Courageous Journey The Courageous Journey is a podcast exploring the connection between trauma, brain health, and healing through the lens of lived experience, neuroscience, faith, and hope. Each episode helps survivors and professionals better understand the brain so healing and lasting change become possible.   Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast and YouTube channel is intended for informational and inspirational purposes only. I, Paula Walters, am not a licensed medical professional, and the information provided should not be construed as medical advice. I am sharing my personal journey of healing\u2014physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual\u2014based on my own experiences and the research I have found to be beneficial for me. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions regarding your health or treatment options. What works for me may not work for you, and it is important to find a path that is right for your unique needs and circumstances. ","author_name":"The Courageous Journey","author_url":"https:\/\/thecourageoussurvivor.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/42258905\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/42258905"}